Private Mount Rushmore, 1880 Train & Reptile Gardens Tour

Name: Private Mount Rushmore, 1880 Train & Reptile Gardens Tour
Brand: Black Hills Adventure Tours
Price: 446.88 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.6 (43 reviews)

Ride the 1880 Train and visit Mount Rushmore and Reptile Gardens in one day

4.6 stars• 43 reviews

Duration

8 hours

Includes

Lunch, bottled water, snacks

Highlights

Spend the day exploring the Black Hills by historic steam train, then continue on to Mount Rushmore and Reptile Gardens. Learn how Mount Rushmore was carved and enjoy time among flowers, birds, and reptiles.

Ride a historic steam engine on the 1880 Train
Take in views of Black Elk Peak
Visit Mount Rushmore National Memorial and learn its history
Explore Reptile Gardens and its large reptile collection
Spend a full 8 hours on a private tour

What's Included

Lunch
Bottled water
Light snacks

Things to know

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your scheduled tour.

Cancellation Policy

Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Otherwise, no cancellations, with an option to rebook within one year.

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FAQs

Your tour includes lunch, bottled water, and light snacks.

Arrive 10 minutes prior to your scheduled tour start time.

Review summary

4.6

Excellent

43 reviewsGoogle Maps

Black Hills Adventure Tours delivers consistently exceptional experiences through their knowledgeable and personable guides. Travelers rave about guides like Aura, Jamie, Jacki, Mark, and Kevin, who bring encyclopedic knowledge of South Dakota's geology, Native American history, wildlife, and botany to every tour. What really stands out is how these guides tailor each experience to their groups' interests and abilities, whether it's finding less-trafficked trails for experienced hikers or keeping kids engaged with stories and interactive elements. The tours cover major attractions like Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, and Badlands alongside hidden gems and hiking trails that visitors wouldn't discover on their own. Many reviewers appreciated included lunches at quality restaurants and the flexibility to adjust itineraries based on weather or energy levels. Communication before tours is clear, pickups are reliably on time, and the overall operation runs smoothly. Multiple families and couples booking multi-day adventures found the guides' passion for the region infectious, making these tours feel more like exploring with a knowledgeable friend than a standard tourist experience.

What people are saying

We had an absolutely awesome tour with Scott in the red open top Jeep! When we saw the Red Jeep in front of our hotel, we were already sold. What an amazingly fun vehicle. We had the luck to be the only two on the tour with Scott, and he really knew how to treat us. Starting in the Black Hills, he showed us al the stunning views and nice spots in the area. We felt very safe in Scott his hands (as some of the roads in the area can be a bit treacherous). Afterwards, we went to Custer State Park, where Scott knew exactly where to spot all animals. We got to sit in the back of the Jeep here - how cool is that! We saw Buffalo's just next to our car, almost being able to pet them! (But as they say; do not pet the fluffy cows!) We got to feed the Begging Burros with food supplied by Scott. They loved it! (Special love to little Patches here!) Not to forget the Prairie Dogs and all other animals. We even made a stop at the very informative Bison Center. We had a lovely picknick at the prettiest location next to the water, with no other people there! Scott then took us up Needles Highway and the Cathedral Spires, also showing us Sylvan Lake. All just such beautiful locations. Honestly, this whole trip and the region were so magical. Scott really elevated the trip with this awesome tour and we made a memory we will never forget. Thank you Scott! I can only recommend the Black Hills Open-Top-Tours!

Jorian Carpentier

June 7, 2026

Jorian Carpentier

June 7, 2026

Meeting details

Rapid City, SD

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