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Things to do in Custer, South Dakota (SD): The Best Tours
Enveloped in the grandeur of the Black Hills, Custer makes the perfect base for your South Dakota vacation, whether you are visiting Custer State Park to learn about Custer's Last Stand, heading up to see the wonder of Mount Rushmore and the yet-unfinished Crazy Horse Memorial, making a motorcycle pilgrimage to Sturgis or spelunking in Wind Cave. Custer itself has much to offer, from family outings at Flintstones Bedrock City to hoe-down dinners at a chuck wagon cookout.
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1. Custer State Park - Private Group Van Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This is the only Convertible-Top Safari Van Tour of Custer State Park. The vans have individual leather reclining window seats, center aisle, sliding 10 foot tops that open/close according to the weather and guests comfort. We drive among the buffalo and you just stand and look down on them. We make many restroom breaks and stop for the picnic lunch . . . but you never need to leave the van during the tour for photos. With the elevated height your best viewing and photo ops are from the van. The tour includes: all fees, bottled water, snacks, picnic lunch and chilled wine/cold beer (on request)
Inclusions: Subway, Crackers and Cookies, Bottled water, On request only. Must be 21 years of age., Air-conditioned vehicle, Heated Convertible-Top-Vans with individual leather window seats, center aisle and 10 sliding top., Minimum of 2 and Maximum of 10 guests per tour.
Exclusions: Gratuities Not Included
Reviewed By EthanMN
We had such a blast with Jeff and Open top tours. We ended seeing quite a bit more bison than I ever expected and the deep knowledge from Jeff was great for us and was very engaging for our young kids. Additionally, they went out of their way to give us additional ideas for the other days we spent in the Black Hills and make our entire trip a great one.
2. Private Mt Rushmore & Southern Black Hills Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Make the most of your time in the beautiful Black Hills with our experienced, local guides. Booking a private tour means you have more time to enjoy the things you want to see! This tour is customizable. Questions? Contact us for more information.
Inclusions: Lunch
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By debo395
We hired Black Hills Tour Company for a 5 day Private Tour. Went to the Badlands National Park, Wall Drugs, Southern Black Hills, Mi. Rushmore, Iron Mt. Road, Crazy Horse Memorial, Needles Highway/Sylvan Lake, Custer State Park, Northern Black Hills, Spearfish Canyon, National Science Lab, Mt. Moriah Cemetery and the city of Deadwood. Best was biking on the Mickelson Trail on the supplied "E" bikes. We even snuck in a trip to Devils Tower National Monument in Wyoming. Each day, the Company provided water/snack and knew all the "best" restaurants and coffee shops. Company personnel was extremely knowledgeable about the area and willing to deviate from plans when we required a "shopping" pit-stop!
3. Private Black Hills Monument Package
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
You will depart Rapid City at 8:30am and travel to Mount Rushmore. You will spend time hiking around the monument. Next, you will travel to Crazy Horse Memorial, learning the importance and history of Crazy Horse. Finally, you will get an opportunity to explore beautiful Custer State Park. You will be able to see wildlife at an incredibly close proximity, and enjoy the local flora. In each of these locations, you will gain unique and rare insight into the history of the Black Hills. There is a two person minimum to book this tour.
Inclusions: Lunch will be enjoyed at the Laughing Water Restaurant at Crazy Horse Memorial., Bottled water, Snacks, All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages
Reviewed By kathryncF4736LW
My husband and I had a four- day tour of the Black Hills which was excellent from start to finish. We contacted the owner of Black Hills Adventure Tours, Carrie, and she arranged the entire tour based on what we wanted to see and do which was perfect in every way. Karen Weik was our "Guiding Angel" who "knew her way around" and was professional, knowledgeable and compassionate. We visited Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, The Beautiful Black Hills, Badlands, Leads, Deadwood, Needles Highway, Sheep Mountain , Devils Tower, Custer State Park, Sturgis and much more. Needless to say, the entire Black Hills Adventure Tour will always be one of our most memorable experiences because of the "Planning" by Carrie and the "Guiding" by Karen.
4. Private VIP Mt. Rushmore, Custer SP, Chimney Rock, Carhenge, And more!!
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Guest will be picked up from there desired location and taken to Mt Rushmore. The journey only begins there! This tour is for a minimum a maximum of 6 guest. You will also visit The famous Crazy Horse statue and, Custer State Park, Wind Cave National Park. That is when you head south to visit The Great State of Nebraska to visit two of The Oregon Trail’s most popular icons and national monument. You will seeChimney Rock, Scottsbluff NM, Carhenge, and Toadstool geological Park.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Snacks, All Fees and Taxes, Soda/Pop
Exclusions:
Reviewed By Cherie_Gigi_F
This was, by far, the best tour we have ever done. Our guide A.J., quickly became our friend. He is highly educated, fun and goes above and beyond to provide a one of a kind experience. We’re so grateful for the opportunity to spend the day seeing this beautiful place with such a wonderful and genuine person who loves nature and wildlife as much as we do.
5. VIP Day Trip to Mt. Rushmore, Custer State Park, and The Badlands
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Globe Trekkers is all about giving you The VIP and attention you deserve! These are private tours (your party only), hotel pick up and drop off included, you call the stops, we take your photos for you, And we offer complimentary snacks and drinks. This VIP Jeep Safari takes guest to The Badlands National Park. You will see wildlife, beautiful and mysterious scenery. Other stops include The world famous Roadside attraction Wall Drug, Wounded Knee site and Museum, Minute Man Missile site, and a few other small stops. Your driver is your guide,historian, photographer, and liaison. The trip departs from Rapid City and Custer area hotels.
Inclusions: Snacks, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
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Reviewed By Cherie_Gigi_F
This was, by far, the best tour we have ever done. Our guide A.J., quickly became our friend. He is highly educated, fun and goes above and beyond to provide a one of a kind experience. We’re so grateful for the opportunity to spend the day seeing this beautiful place with such a wonderful and genuine person who loves nature and wildlife as much as we do.
6. Private Tour of Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse and Custer State Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
Mount Rushmore is more than just the carvings. They have secrets that are not easily revealed. GeoFunTrek's guides are local experts with decades of experience. We have no seasonal guides, part-time guides or trainees. All tours are conducted by the owners, Cindy and John Esposti. We have the knowledge and skills to make your day one to remember. You will always get the A-Team when you tour with GeoFunTrek Tours! All tours are Private Tours exclusive to the group booking the tour and no additional guests will be included. Children must be accompanied by at least one adult. Children 3 years and younger are free-of-charge and will have their own seat. Children's car seats must be supplied by family members when required. Our largest vehicle, a Sprinter van seats 9, and a larger vehicle may be rented or we can add a Honda Pilot for larger groups. This is a great tour for 3-generation families with Children, multiple couples and groups of friends.
Inclusions: Snacks, Light snacks, bottled water and apple juice
Exclusions: We have time budgeted for a meal break at the guest's discretion and expense. Coolers are available for boxed lunches and picnic supples.
Reviewed By Lornadoone
We hired John Eposti through Tours by Locals and were thrilled with him as a guide through the Badlands National Park. We learned about the geological formations, hit a variety of different sites where we saw majestic overlooks, walked on trails, visited a missile installation and stopped to photograph wildlife. We had lunch at Wall Drug, which was a fun diversion, and even got to hear some cowboy poetry. John planned a wonderful day, and helped us appreciate a majestic landscape with warm conversation, informative facts and even arranged to have his wife meet us to help us turn in our van at the end of the day. Well worth the modest investment to enhance your trip!
7. Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Black Hills
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 109 reviews
This adventure will be one that will stay with you forever! Enjoy a stunning hot air balloon flight over Custer Valley and the world-renowned Custer State Park. Located just a few miles from Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse and Wind Cave National Park, your flight over mountains, valleys, lakes and prairies, is one of the best ways to view the Black Hills. You may spot elk, antelope, deer and buffalo and maybe even an elusive mountain lion. The beautiful Black Hills is the only place in the world where you can witness such historic, wild landscape and abundant wildlife from a hot air balloon!
Inclusions: Hot Air Balloon Flight, Glass of Champagne, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Hotel pick up and drop-off, Gratuities
Reviewed By lizzyndan
Being later in the season we didn't have to meet quite so early (our meet time was 6:30am) but was so worth it. The pilots and crew were very professional and I always felt that safety came first, even if weather dictated we couldn't go as high or as far as I would've liked. Still an amazing experience I would recommend to anyone. The basket was smaller than I imagined so it is a tight squeeze. I thought it might be colder up there but the fire above your head keeps you toasty. I sometimes have issues with heights so I was a little nervous how it would affect me, but there was never a moment of panic. A very peaceful ride!
8. Bus Tour of Mount Rushmore and the Black Hills
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 14 reviews
Mount Rushmore Tours is the longest operating local family owned and operated tour company in the Black Hills. Started in 1973 and still under the same owner, we are widely regarded as the local experts in the bus tours for Mount Rushmore and the Black Hills.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Restroom on board
Exclusions: Driver / Guide Gratuity, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner
Reviewed By Mark L
The best part of this tour was that they included everything I wanted to see in the Black Hills without me having to do the research and driving. This included a drive through a Buffalo herd, seeing the rock formations, driving through very tight rock tunnels, lunch at the presidential lodge and visits to the two carver's monuments. Our driver was very entertaining and knowledgeable.
9. Mount Rushmore and Black Hills Bus Tour with Live Commentary
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 316 reviews
The first destination will be Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Explore this “Shrine of Democracy” depicting four of the most prominent presidents of the first 150 years of the United States. You will discover the Eighth Wonder of the World at Crazy Horse Memorial. It is the world’s largest mountain carving and is a memorial for all Native American tribes. Next, travel into Custer State Park which is one of the World’s Top Ten Wildlife Destinations. It is known for its bison herds, begging burros and other wildlife. Take in the scenery and marvel at the beauty of Iron Mountain Road. You will wind over stacked loops of wooden bridges known as the pigtails and through one-lane tunnels that perfectly frame Mount Rushmore in the distance.
Inclusions: Hotel pick-up & drop at 8 Rapid City locations & 1 Keystone location, Driver with English live commentary in tour vehicle with 11 to 47 seats (Sprinter Van or Motorcoach), Parking Fees
Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, snacks or drinks , Bus to Base at Crazy Horse (this is an elective side option, pay on own)
Reviewed By gcbctc
Only a few passengers on the coach, the drive Bruce very, very knowledgeable and pleasant. Gave use hints on how to see the most, in our allotted time.
10. 2021 Buffalo Roundup September 24 Only
Premium Roundup + Safari Tour + Picnic Lunch Early 6:15am pickup in Rapid City and a 60 minute drive to Custer Park. We provide a bag chair to relax in and fruit, OJ, bottled water & breakfast snacks as we wait for the event to begin at 9:15am. Roundup usually concludes about 11am. Now the fun begins! Sliding back the van top you can enjoy the open magnificence of the 72,000 acre Park. 1. Enjoy a picnic lunch 2. Gordon Stockade - first cabins in Black Hills. 3. Sylvan Lake - walk around on the path or sit and enjoy the alpine splendor. 4. Needles Highway- stand and take in the panoramic views. 5. Iron Mountain Road- with its Pigtail Bridges, one-way roads and tunnels. 7. Back to hotel by 4:00 pm.
Inclusions: We provide a folding/bag chair. , Beer/Wine, Lunch, Bottled water, Snacks
Exclusions: Gratuities are Not Included
Reviewed By EthanMN
We had such a blast with Jeff and Open top tours. We ended seeing quite a bit more bison than I ever expected and the deep knowledge from Jeff was great for us and was very engaging for our young kids. Additionally, they went out of their way to give us additional ideas for the other days we spent in the Black Hills and make our entire trip a great one.
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