Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse and Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Tour
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What makes this tour unique is the combination of three of Western South Dakota's most iconic destinations – Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, and Custer State Park Wildlife Loop – into a single, comprehensive, and fully narrated experience. Over 8-9 hours, you'll not just see these landmarks, but gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for their history, cultural significance, and natural beauty.
We always give the guest time to buy their lunch during the tour.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Mount Rushmore National Memorial
If the weather is good we go to Mt. Rushmore first for 1½ hours. There is a 14 minute video about the carving, the sculptor Gutzon Borglum, and workers. The Lincoln Borglum Museum has some great displays about Borglum, his family and his works, the mountain and machinery and the workers. The Presidential Trail is a gradually inclining walk that goes under the faces in the rock rubble with great spots for pictures of the individual faces. If you go further there is a strenuous walk down to the Sculptor’s Studio (open only in the summer months) then back up to the viewing terrace. The Avenue of Flags represents all 50 states and the territories, and their respective dates of admission to the Union. There is also a new Youth Exploration area recently opened. The large gift shop has many items. The Carvers’ Café and an ice cream shop are available for refreshments. As we leave we stop for a picture at the side profile of George Washington.
Crazy Horse Memorial
From Mt. Rushmore we drive 30 minutes to Crazy Horse Memorial. We allow 1½ hours here, or more if we eat lunch in the Laughing Water Restaurant. This is a 3 sided sculpture which will be the largest in the world when completed. There is a 20 minute video about the carving and the sculptor Korczak Ziolkowski and his family that are doing the work. The North American Indian Museum has items from many different Indian tribes, with 90% of the items being donated. The gift shop has many Native made items for sale. Ziolkowski’s workshop and the log home he built, filled with antiques, are available to walk through. There is a Native American Cultural Center where you can watch Natives making items for sale, as well as display items to see and touch. There is a brass Nature Gate and a huge statue of Fighting Stallions.
What‘s Included
English Guide
Bottled water
Umbrellas and blankets in van
Entrance fee
Snacks
Gratuities
Lunch
Pickup points
Doubletree By Hilton Rapid City Downtown Convention Center
505 N. 5th St., Rapid City United States
The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection
445 Mount Rushmore Rd, Rapid City United States
Hampton Inn Rapid City Rushmore
825 Elgin Street, Building A Rapid City United States
Hyatt Place Rapid City / Downtown
525 St. Joseph Street Rapid City United States
Town House Motel
210 Saint Joseph Street Rapid City United States
Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton
523 Sixth Street, Rapid City United States
Rapid City Regional Airport
4550 Terminal Rd Rapid City United States
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Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse and Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
November Vacation
Cynthia M,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Bruce was a fantastic guide. We were picked up on downtown Rapid City and drove the short distance to the Black Hills. He knew so much about the entire area and especially Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse and Custer SP. He made suggestions at each stop and let us tour each at our own pace. We had the best time at the State Park looking for the wildlife and he knew where they would be. As we drove back he pointed intresting things in the towns too. We would highly recommend this tour and Bruce!
It covered everything we...
Sheila J,,Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It covered everything we wanted at a reasonable price. Our tour guide Susan was knowledgeable, accommodating and friendly.
Great tour!
kathyhW4330PU,,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We thought this would be a large group tour and were pleasantly surprised to find that we had a personal tour. Trevor was our guide and is a fantastic job. He was knowledgeable, fun, and super nice! Could not have asked for a better experience!
Amazing experience!
Trip778354,,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Leah was amazing.. friendly , informative, went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful experience.. affordable adventures is an awesome tour company!! Highly recommend!!
Absolutely Thrilled With Our All-Day Adventure
Charlie H,,Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From the communication provided ahead of the tour, to the prompt arrival for our pickup, to our absolutely delightful guide, Nick, we couldn’t have been more pleased. We had thought we’d be on a tour with several others. Instead, my wife and I were given a personalized tour. We had plenty of time at Mount Rushmore and at Crazy Horse Mountain. In our drive through Custer State Park, we saw bison, donkeys, pronghorns and bighorn sheep. And best of all, throughout our tour, Nick provided all manner of details that we would have never known had we tried to visit on our own. We felt that we were with a friend from almost the moment we climbed into the van. Fantastic job, Nick!
Knowledgeable, Personable Guide Makes for a Great Tour!
AggieRambler,,Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ann was very knowledgeable of the area and added a personal connection making the tour enjoyable and informative. Blue Bell Lodge was a very good lunch stop. Vehicle was clean and comfortable. For a private, all day tour the cost was most reasonable. Online reservation process was easy and questions quickly answered by phone. We were fortunate to see many bison close up in preparation for the Buffalo Roundup later in the week.
My Rushmore adventures
I9112XBjohnl,,Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour was great. Met all my expectations. Nick was an excellent guide. Weird that Viator will not let Affordable Adventures pick customers up at their hotel. Otherwise a great day.
Great 8 HourTour Experience
Scott L,,Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The 8 hour tour was truly a great experience. Cindy our tour guide was so knowledgeable and most personable. Saw everything we hoped to see and more.
South Dakota tour
Kathy L,,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Lin was amazing! He had so much knowledge to share. Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Custer Park, so much we saw. This tour is the way to see it all. We know others that drove it and did not get the same experience and information we did!
Memorable without being exhausting
A8475KNterryd,,Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Affordable Adventures Rapid City was excellent from beginning to end. Ann was great in helping with details such as which motels/hotels that met our expectations and which restaurants were unique to Rapid City that we might visit. Bruce was our tour guide for the three tours and is an absolute gem. Bruce is a Rapid City native and has insider knowledge that few can share. Courteous, knowledgeable, on-time, and often asks if he can answer any questions that may arise during the tours; better add very patient when interrupted during his presentations. Stephanie was great in getting the financials to us in a very timely manner so that we knew exactly what to expect cost-wise for our 3 tours. It is hard to beat a well run, independent, local tour agency and Affordable Adventures(AARC) fits that bill completely. Would I use AARC again? Absolutely. When you want the maximum information and overall experience in a short amount of time, AARC will make your South Dakota trip memorable without being exhausting; a huge plus for 50+ year old travelers. The other two tours: Rapid City tour and the Badlands, Wall Drug tour.
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