Magpie
4.9(245 reviews)

Badlands Wildlife Expedition Full-Day Tour

From$3,371.83
8 hours
Rapid City, USA

About this activity

Experience the best of Badlands National Park on this private, full-day wildlife expedition with picturesque stops and expertly planned timing for unforgettable photo ops.

Highlights

  • Unrivaled wildlife viewing in Badlands National Park
  • Photo-friendly stops at scenic lookouts
  • Expert local guide with flexible pacing
  • Lunch and snacks included in the wilderness
  • Timed visits for the best sunlight and colors

Full description

Immerse yourself in the untamed beauty of Badlands National Park with a private wildlife expedition designed for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike. This full-day journey puts you alongside an expert local guide who knows the park's rhythms and secrets. Enjoy shaded breaks, delicious snacks, and a picnic lunch as you discover awe-inspiring rock formations, spot bison, bighorn sheep, and prairie dogs, and stop often for that perfect photograph. The tour is carefully timed to catch the changing light and colors of the landscape, ensuring spectacular views at every turn. Relax with flexible pacing, plenty of comfort stops, and let your guide do the navigating so you can focus on the wonders around you.
We build in shaded breaks, snacks, lunch, and comfortable pacing, then follow the light. The Badlands change dramatically through the day, so we time key viewpoints for the best conditions when we can.

Included / Excluded

  • Private full-day guided wildlife tour
  • Shaded breaks and comfortable pacing
  • Snacks and lunch provided
  • Includes Lunch
  • Private Pickup
  • Gratuities

Meeting point

Start Location

2719 Tomahawk Dr

2719 Tomahawk Dr, Rapid City, SD, USA

Important information

Know before you book

  • Private tour accommodates small groups
  • Service animals are welcome
  • Stroller accessible for families with young children

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable outdoor clothing and sturdy shoes
  • Bring a camera for incredible wildlife and landscape shots
  • Pack sunscreen, hats, and reusable water bottles

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Reviews

4.9(245 reviews)
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Amit Rampersad
Sep 2026
1.0

Dumb expensive. Find another comp that wont rob your wallet. Mayb if they lower prices, they might get considered. Found a better comp, lesser expense and more fulfilling. Good luck to whoever books here.

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Dina Critel-Rathje
Sep 2026
5.0

We had a wonderful experience touring with MY XO Adventures. Our guide was knowledgeable about the area and took us off the beaten path, which we thoroughly enjoyed. We had no stress, his time was our time. He attended to the individual needs of each of us and took these into consideration. He even took photos that he shared with us at the end of our tours. We would definitely use XO Adventures again!

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Clay Renfroe
Sep 2026
5.0

Excellent guided tour through the Badlands, Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, needles , Hill city, Custer State Park! Dan & Daniel

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