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    Private Mammoth Site and Rushmore Cave Tour

    Explore prehistoric fossils and underground wonders in a full-day private adventure

    From$349/ person

    Duration

    9 hrs

    Includes

    Lunch, equipment, snacks

    Highlights

    Spend a full day uncovering ancient fossils at the Mammoth Site, cruising through Custer State Park, and delving into Rushmore Cave. This private tour blends paleontology, scenic drives, and underground thrills with zip lines and a 3D movie.

    1. Discover an active fossil dig with VIP behind-the-scenes access
    2. Ride comfortably through wildlife-rich Custer State Park
    3. Zip along a thrilling line above Black Hills terrain
    4. Venture underground on a guided Rushmore Cave tour and 3D movie
    5. Relax over a lunch stop at a local spot of your choice

    What's Included

    1. All equipment for cave and zip line
    2. Lunch, bottled water and light snacks

    Things to know

    Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled departure.

    Cancellation policy

    Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. Otherwise, cancellations are not permitted, but you may rebook within one year.

    Experience provided by Black Hills Adventure Tours
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    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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    Person

    $349

    All Ages

    0

    Additional Person

    $249

    All Ages

    0

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    Each booking directly supports small businesses in our community.

    5.0 stars• 107 reviews

    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    107 reviews•Google 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

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    I went in a tour with Mark in the private northern hills and the Badlands. We deeply appreciated him showing us South Dakota. He was very knowledgeable about South Dakota’s history and was excited to share it with those that want to learn about it. He was very accommodating and really tailored the tour to what we wanted to do/found most interesting. Also he made sure that when we were hiking we had the proper supplies to ensure no one got hurt. Overall a great person to explore South with. If you get him you are in for a great time!!

    Photo of Madeline Irizarry

    Madeline Irizarry

    September 25, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    I went in a tour with Mark in the private northern hills and the Badlands. We deeply appreciated him showing us South Dakota. He was very knowledgeable about South Dakota’s history and was excited to share it with those that want to learn about it. He was very accommodating and really tailored the tour to what we wanted to do/found most interesting. Also he made sure that when we were hiking we had the proper supplies to ensure no one got hurt. Overall a great person to explore South with. If you get him you are in for a great time!!

    Photo of Madeline Irizarry

    Madeline Irizarry

    September 25, 2025

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