Jeep Bison Safari - Custer State Park (Public)

Overview

Please note -
*The Night Ceremony at Mt Rushmore is only available from MAY 26TH to AUGUST 10th: ceremony starts 9 PM - And AUGUST 11TH to SEPT 30TH: ceremony starts 8PM

*October 1 to May 25th we provide the tour of Mt Rushmore with a Mountain Sunset and Stargazing.

Black Hills Open-Top-Tours is the only tour company offering a Mt Rushmore tour that also includes the Night Lighting Ceremony, a tour of the Iron Mtn Tunnels and night stargazing (depening on weather).

We tour in a variety of classic unique convertible top vehicles. Our unique 'Woody' Vans, specialized Jeep Gladiators or a Mercedes Glass-Top Sprinter van. All are comfortable and safe convertible top vehicles. They offer great elevated views and photo ops without needing to exit.

This 5 hour tour departs from Rapid City between 5:30 and 7:00pm (depending of time of sunset).

Private Tours Available for Groups.

City: Rapid City

Wed 04 Mar

Other dates

You can choose the date already on the booking website

Starting at $169.00

Make a reservation

Wed 04 Mar

Starting at $169.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Bottled water

Snacks

Driver/guide

Fees

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other rates apply only when sharing with 2 paying adults
A minimum of 2 Adults per booking is required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Layered clothing, comfortable shoes, and a hat are recommended

What To Expect

Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway

A masterpiece of artistic engineering, this byway includes spiraling bridges, hairpin curves, granite tunnels and awe-inspiring views. No wonder it was named one of the 10 Most Outstanding Byways in America. At its peak is Norbeck Overlook. The overlook takes you to great views of Mount Rushmore, Black Elk Peak and and its a great platform to view the setting sun and pause for stargazing . . . multitude of stars, constellations, and even galaxies.

Iron Mountain Road

After the stargaing on our return home, we drive Iron Mountain Road and its pigtail bridges, magnificent views through the one-way tunnels that frame the lighted national monument. We pause for photos.

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Mount Rushmore National Memorial is a massive sculpture carved into Mount Rushmore in the Black Hills region of South Dakota. Completed in 1941 under the direction of Gutzon Borglum and his son Lincoln, the sculpture's roughly 60-ft.-high granite faces depict U.S. presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln. The site also features a museum with interactive exhibits. At sunset the rangers provide a progam that honors our veterans, including a patriotic movie and the lighting of the mountain.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Traveler Photos

Reviews (29)

Suzanne_S

Jun 2024

Charlie was an amazing tour guide. He was informative and knowledgeable. He made sure we saw everything!

Response from Host

Jul 2024

Howdy Suzann - Thank you for taking time to review. I'm happy you enjoyed your tour with Charlie. He's an adventurer and knows the Hills and western SD extremely well. I hope you will have time to return and see more of the region. Be Well - Rich

robertnA9508PE

Jun 2024

If you go to Keystone, SD to see Mt Rushmore, do yourself a favor and take a guided tour of the Black Hills and Custer Park w the Jeep Bison Safari Tour. Leave the driving and knowledge to your tour guide and 100% enjoy taking pictures and looking everywhere without a care. Our guide, Jon, made the day perfect. We covered so much and saw two sizable herds of buffalos, some "elder buffs" "young buffs" "baby buffs and a few rare white buffs. Jon was totally 100% professional and enjoyable company and Rich made everything right. The B-H-O-T-T were well worth it. Highly recommend spending some time with them.

Benjamin_G

Jun 2024

Charlie and Mike were great. The jeep is really nice and you can sit inside as well if you need a break from the outside. The guides will adjust the tour for your needs and are great with kids. Eating lunch in the middle of the Bison herd was really cool. Lots of baby bison to watch as well. Great way to see the black hills up close.

Response from Host

Jun 2024

Hi Benjamin - I'm very glad you enjoyed your Jeep Safari tour with Charlie and Mike. Both guides were former teachers and love sharing their knowledge with our guests. Thank you for taking time to review. Hope to see you in the Hills again some day. Be Well - Rich