Badlands National Park Tour
About The Tour
Explore the beautiful Badlands with Shaka Guide! Travel back in time to the land of ancient mammals and majestic rock formations, where every twist and turn reveals stunning landscapes and a rich tapestry of natural history waiting to be discovered. Here are just a few of the fun things you can ...
Show MoreHere are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Explore the Cold War era at the Minuteman Missile Historic Site, where you can delve into the history of America's nuclear defense system with guided tours and exhibits.
• Step back in time at Prairie Homestead, an authentic sod house that offers a glimpse into the life of early settlers on the Dakota prairie.
• Discover the rugged beauty of the Badlands on the Door Trail, a short hike that leads you through a natural break in the Badlands Wall to breathtaking views of the eroded landscape.
• Take a scenic drive along Sage Creek Rim Road, where sweeping vistas and abundant wildlife, including bison and prairie dogs, showcase the untamed beauty of the Badlands.
• Experience a quirky and iconic American roadside attraction at Wall Drug Store, known for its free ice water, unique shops, and memorable photo opportunities.
Sample Tour Audio
The Formation of the Badlands
Press to Play: The Geological Storybook
Press to Play: Spotted Elk & the Wounded Knee Massacre
Tour Stops
Minuteman Missile National Historic Site
Oglala Lakota Living History Museum
Prairie Homestead
Big Badlands Overlook
Door Trail
Notch Trail
Castle Trail
Window Trail
The Ben Reifel Visitor Center
Fossil Exhibit Trail
Bigfoot Pass Overlook
Panorama Point
Prairie Wind Overlook
Burns Basin Overlook
Homestead Overlook
Yellow Mounds Overlook
Conata Picnic Area
Sage Creek Loop
Deer Haven Trail
Cliff Shelf Nature Trail
Ancient Hunters Overlook
Pinnacles Overlook
Sage Creek Rim Road
Delta-01 Launch Control Facility
Wall Drug Store
Customer Reviews
Fantastic
This was recommended to me by a patient before I went to Yellowstone and it was absolutely amazing! It was like my own personal tour guide that went where I wanted to go and let me explore where and for as long as I wanted, then I hoped back into the car and off I went again. I am now using it for Badlands Nation Park and Black Hills Forest and Mount Rushmore and it is once again amazing. It uses GPS to know where you’re located and then tells you about the area you’re in, with optional extended information. It’s respectful of the Native American history with out being preachy or taking sides. The geology of the sites is also discussed with why the land or animals etc have formed or developed the way they have. Minutes after my daughter wondered why amid all the craggy rocks of the badlands there would be this large smooth grassy area the guide discusses it. So far the prices were extremely reasonable and the narrators haven’t had an annoying voice. We will absolutely use this on any vacation we take that they have an option for especially our year National Park trips.
Scarlette_Sky | 4 days ago | iOSShaka Guide 10 stars
We’ve used Shaka Guide for Hawaii tours (2021/2022) and this week in North Dakota (Theodore Roosevelt National Park) and South Dakota (Mount Rushmore & Black Hills Tour, and Badlands National Park Tour) and in next week in Wyoming and Idaho (Yellowstone and Grand Tetons.) In my opinion, the experience with the Shaka Guides has been outstanding. The commentary, background music, the choices and recommendations - all have led to a memorable trip so far. I intend to continue to purchase these GPS tours on future trips. The Shaka Guides are an easy way to learn about the area without having to do a lot of up-front planning. They’ve done it all for you!! Thank you, Shaka Guides!
NancyMat | 8 months ago | iOSWhere is Badlands National Park?
Badlands National Park is located in southwestern South Dakota, United States. It is situated east of the Black Hills and near the town of Wall, SD. Badlands is also located about an hour and a half away from Mount Rushmore, making it easy to comb...
Show MoreWhere is Badlands National Park?
Badlands National Park is located in southwestern South Dakota, United States. It is situated east of the Black Hills and near the town of Wall, SD. Badlands is also located about an hour and a half away from Mount Rushmore, making it easy to combine these two tours in one trip.
How Big is Badlands National Park?
Badlands National Park covers an area of approximately 244,000 acres. This includes eroded buttes, pinnacles, and spires, along with the largest undisturbed mixed grass prairie in the United States. While you’re in Badlands you can hike scenic rai...
Show MoreHow Big is Badlands National Park?
Badlands National Park covers an area of approximately 244,000 acres. This includes eroded buttes, pinnacles, and spires, along with the largest undisturbed mixed grass prairie in the United States. While you’re in Badlands you can hike scenic rails like the Door Trail and the Notch Trail; take a drive along Sage Creek Rim Road; and step back in time at the Prairie Homestead - a preserved sod house that depicts life in the early 20th century. You can do all this and more on Shaka Guide’s Badlands National Park Tour.
What is Badlands National Park Known For?
Badlands National Park is renowned for its dramatic landscapes characterized by sharply eroded buttes, pinnacles, and spires. The park's striking geologic formations reveal layered rock formations and rich fossil beds, which provide valuable insig...
Show MoreWhat is Badlands National Park Known For?
Badlands National Park is renowned for its dramatic landscapes characterized by sharply eroded buttes, pinnacles, and spires. The park's striking geologic formations reveal layered rock formations and rich fossil beds, which provide valuable insights into the prehistoric ecosystems of the region. Additionally, the park is known for its diverse wildlife, including bison, bighorn sheep, prairie dogs, and an array of bird species. The stark beauty of its rugged terrain, combined with the vast open skies, makes it a popular destination for photography, hiking, and experiencing the unique natural beauty of the American Great Plains.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:
- GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk.
- Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:
- GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
- The app works offline so even with spotty service we'll get you where you need to go.
- The app works offline so even with spotty service we'll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let's explore together.
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