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

Tue 24 Feb

Other dates

You can choose the date already on the booking website

Starting at $169.00

Make a reservation

Tue 24 Feb

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)

Linda_K

Aug 2023

We had a great experience with our driver Doug. (a.k.a Big D) Hbe knew the geology, history of park, good recommendations, safe driver and let grandma sit inside the cab.

Response from Host

Aug 2023

Hi Linda - I'm glad you had a good tour with Doug. We are fortunate that our Jeep Gladiators have dual seating choices. The front two rows have convertible tops (with AC and heat). And the rear seats are a great open platform for viewing and photos. Our guests have the option to chose. Thanks for your review. Be Well - Rich

Amy_G

Aug 2023

Take the Jeep tour!!! We were a family of 7, and wouldn’t have seen half of what we did without doing this tour. Doug was an awesome tour guide and so helpful! Lunch was great and there were tons of stops to take pictures. Highly recommend! Especially if you don’t want to try to navigate the sites on your own.

Response from Host

Aug 2023

Hi Amy - I'm pleased you enjoyed your Jeep Safari tour with Doug. We are glad to have Doug on our team this season he knows the southern Hills extremely well. Thank you for pointing out our tours make lots of stops for restrooms and photo ops and include a picnic lunch. I hope you have an opportunity to join us for more adventures in the Hills! Thank you for taking time for your review. Be Well - Rich

Cheryl_M

Aug 2023

We had a good time on this safari ride. Wished Doug, our driver could’ve planned lunch by one of the beautiful lakes instead of the Bison Center. Doug needed to use his microphone on the trip as it was very hard to hear him. Felt Doug’s speed was excessive on some parts of our tour.

Response from Host

Aug 2023

HI Cheryl - I'm glad you had a good time. I'm sorry the picnic lunch was not at the lake as usual. The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally bikers are arriving, so we moved the Needles Highway to first stop on the tour in order to avoid the congestion. For a short time this has the timing off for lunch not at the lake and at the Bison Center. We will adjust back to lake picnic after the Rally. I apologize for any concern you had about the driving speed and the PA system. I will investigate both and make sure corrections are made. We want our guests to feel safe and enjoy their tour. Thanks and Be Well Cheryl - Rich