Top things to do in South Dakota in Summer (Updated November 2026)

Leave standard highway traffic behind on an open-top 4x4 expedition crafted for remote backcountry access and open-air photography that standard vans and hard-top SUVs simply...
$399

A once in a lifetime opportunity to visit the incredible Badlands; first in the afternoon and into a golden sunset - followed by the official...
$850

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...
$164

Formed by several hundred thousand years of erosion, the Badlands formations expose the layers of millions of years of the regions history. It is a...
$245

Discover a side of the Black Hills that few people ever have the opportunity to experience. Journey through breathtaking landscapes filled with towering ponderosa pines,...
$345

Leave standard highway traffic behind on an open-top 4x4 expedition crafted for remote backcountry access and open-air photography that standard vans and hard-top SUVs simply...
$200

We would pick you up from your Rapid City hotel at 6:30-6:45 pm in 7 or 12 passenger van depending on if we have others...
$100

Discover the best of the Black Hills on this unforgettable evening adventure. Your tour begins with a scenic drive along the world-famous Iron Mountain Road,...
$795

See one of America’s most iconic landmarks up close and delve deep into its complicated history! You’ve seen Mount Rushmore in photos, but seeing it...
$13

At My XO Adventures, we don’t just guide tours—we create lifelong memories through deeply personal connections to the land. What makes this experience unique isn’t...
$295

This tour is unique because it offers a convenient and efficient way to experience two iconic South Dakota landmarks in a single day. Instead of...
$280

Experience Badlands National Park privately, intentionally, and at a relaxed pace with a former national park ranger as your guide. After Rapid City pickup, travel...
$264

This isn’t a tour—it’s a scientific expedition designed for curious minds. Unlike standard sightseeing trips, this experience puts you in the shoes of a field...
$435

Enjoy the best of the Northern Black Hills on this day tour. As a private outing, enjoy the area at your time and pace. Wander...
$300

Explore the surface of Wind Cave National Park at your own pace on a self-guided GPS audio driving tour through open prairie, pine forest, wildlife...
$10

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour bundle to make the most of your road trips to the best Northern US national parks and scenic drives. This...
$75

Explore the Black Hills with a former National Park Ranger on a private, personalized tour designed around your interests. Visit landscapes where your guide lived...
$264

Explore the iconic Black Hills with this comprehensive day-long tour. Discover the grandeur of Mount Rushmore, America's Shrine to Democracy, and witness the ongoing work...
$199

This isn’t just a tour—it’s a deeply personal exploration of the natural world, guided by a professional wildlife biologist who brings every moment to life....
$549

Discover the beauty of the Dakotas with this bundle of self-guided driving and walking tours in North and South Dakota. Pay a visit to the...
$34

Discover the dramatic landscapes of Badlands National Park with our captivating audio tour! Traverse rugged cliffs, colorful canyons, and expansive prairies while our guides share...
$16

