Badlands Sunset: Exclusive Wildlife Adventure Tour

Embark on an exclusive wildlife adventure tour in the breathtaking Badlands. Our highly trained guides will share their love for the land, its geology, culture, and wildlife. Book now!

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Wall Drug - The famous Wall Drug and the family story behind it! Here what makes this such as success and why you must visit, even if it is just to get one of their unbelievably delicious donuts! Our last civilized stop before heading into the beautiful Badlands.
  • Badlands National Park - The Badlands National Park is one of the most underrated parks in the system. Its other worldly spires, layers, winding roads, shadows, colors and history make it extraordinary to visit.
  • Hay Butte Overlook - Hay Butte Overlook in Badlands National Park is a stunning viewpoint that offers you panoramic views of the park’s rugged terrain.

The overlook provides a spectacular glimpse of the surrounding wilderness and the vast expanse of the Great Plains.

From here, you’ll can enjoy stunning sunsets and sunrises, watch wildlife, and take in the beauty of the park’s unique rock formations and rugged landscapes.

  • Pinnacles Overlook - Pinnacles Overlook is one of the best locations in the Badlands. From this stunning viewpoint, you can gaze out at the breathtaking landscape of layered rock formations and jagged spires that stretch out as far as the eye can see.

The view is especially mesmerizing during sunrise or sunset, when the colors of the rocks transform into a vivid display of pinks, oranges, and purples. If you’re lucky, you might even spot some of the park’s resident wildlife, such as bison or bighorn sheep.

  • Badlands Wall - As we enter the park we’ll stop at a location we feel is best for viewing the sunset to see the light change the colors of the soil and cast shadows that made Frank Lloyd Wright say it was his favorite National Park. Picnic Blankets, Folding Chairs, Drinks, Photography, video and more are offered as we take it all in.
  • Badlands Wilderness Overlook - The Badlands Wilderness Overlook is a stunning vista point located in Badlands National Park. From here, you can see miles of rugged terrain, including jagged rock formations, deep canyons, and colorful badlands. The overlook offers a breathtaking view of the sunset, making it a popular destination for photographers and nature enthusiasts.
  • Ancient Hunters Overlook - Picture yourself standing on the edge of a rugged cliff, gazing out into an endless expanse of wild terrain. Below you, the Badlands National Park stretches out for miles, its rocky formations and canyons carved by ancient rivers and wind.

But this isn’t just any overlook - you’re standing at the Ancient Hunters Overlook, a spot that has been sacred to Native American tribes for centuries. It’s easy to see why they chose this spot - the panoramic views are breathtaking, with the sun setting over the horizon in a blaze of orange and pink.

As you take in the beauty around you, it’s easy to imagine yourself as one of the ancient hunters, scanning the landscape for prey and marveling at the natural wonders of the world. Whether you’re an avid hiker, a history buff, or just someone who loves the great outdoors, the Ancient Hunters Overlook is a must-see destination in Badlands National Park.

  • Big Badlands Overlook - Located in the heart of Badlands National Park, the Bigfoot Pass Overlook is one of the most captivating natural wonders you will ever come across. As you stand on the edge of this magnificent overlook, you will be mesmerized by the stunning panoramic views of the rugged rock formations and otherworldly landscapes that stretch as far as the eye can see.

Bigfoot Pass is named after Chief Bigfoot (Spotted Elk) and is near the location Chief Spotted Elk led his tribe of mostly women and children to Wounded Knee Creek where many Native Americans met their end, unarmed, by the U.S. Army.

  • Homestead Overlook - Homestead Overlook stands as a testament to the raw beauty and untamed wilderness that defines the American West. My XO Adventures invites you to embark on an unforgettable journey to this breathtaking vantage point, where the very fabric of time seems to unravel before your eyes.
What's Included
  • Binoculars
  • Bottled water
  • Admissions to all locations
  • Snacks
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

We’re now priced per vehicle rather than per person! Our pricing is easy to understand and doesn’t offer tricky pricing schemes.

There’s no better way to witness its raw beauty than with My XO Adventures’ Badlands Sunset and Night Sky Tour. This isn’t just another tour; it’s an immersive journey into one of nature’s most spectacular displays, guided by experts who are as passionate about the region as they are knowledgeable.

What sets this tour apart is the unparalleled access to the best sunset and night sky viewing spots in the entire Black Hills and Badlands region. As the sun dips below the horizon, the Badlands come alive with a symphony of colors that paint the sky in hues of pink, orange, and purple. Our guides know exactly where to position you for the most stunning views, ensuring you don’t just see the sunset—you feel it.

To enhance this celestial experience, we provide zero gravity chairs, allowing you to recline in ultimate comfort as you gaze up at the night sky.

Location
Wall Drug
510 Main Street
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Rita_f
Jun 20, 2024
The much anticipated tour that did not happen. - I would like to give a 5 star rating. BUT we never actually took the tour. It seems that Viator never forwarded my booking, which I had paid in full for, onto the local operator. Therefore we were left waiting for our guide and tour for 2 hours until we confirmed that someone had dropped the ball. So sad.
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Climber674609
May 24, 2024
Two Amazing Tours - We had two tours with My XO Adventures. The first was the Badlands Golden Hour Tour (Originally was to be the night tour, but Daniel and his mom bumped us up due to the weather. Which was really awesome of them.) and it was an amazing tour. Daniel was very knowledgeable about the Badlands and made sure we saw the best parts of it. Absolutely beautiful and awe-inspiring. Could easily spend days exploring the bad lands or just relaxing and listening to nature. Our second tour was Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Mt., Sylvan Lake, and Custer State Park. Our tour guide, Kelli, was also very knowledgeable about the parks, not just the history but also the geology (which I really enjoyed). She kept her eye on the weather, both for safety and to make sure we were able to get the best views. The Black Hills were gorgeous, Mount Rushmore fascinating, and Crazy Horse simply amazing. Both tours allowed us to see a number of buffalo, prairie dogs, antelope, and mountain sheep. All in all, we had a great time and would recommend this group to anyone.
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L3321occhristophera
Nov 11, 2023
Awesome night in S.Dakota. with Z.O. Adventures - Daniel was right on time picking us up, took us out at 3p.m. and it wasn't over until 11p.m. we had a great time, he gave us a wonderful tour. Took care of all our concerns, im a 100% disabled veteran and he made sure our tour went smooth and made sure we were aware of everything around us. The star gazing was awesome and we will most likely do it again on our next trip up to SOUTH DAKOTA. Thanks again for everything Daniel and you can bet I highly recommend Daniel and his tours with XO Adventures.
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Jessica
Oct 22, 2023
Perfect sunset - We were able to see parts of the badlands that we wouldn’t have seen if we would’ve ventured out alone. Our tour guide got us in great places to see the different formations and the perfect sunset watching place.
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Lisarenner
Aug 23, 2023
Amazing experience - XO Adventures was the best - We have loved all of our tours, but this tour was so much more. It was a true personal experience. Daniel was so personable and informative. He took us to some less traveled areas at the exact right time of day for beautiful sunsets. He even set up chairs for us to experience the full sunset. We were able to see the colors change and it gave the Badlands such different look. The breeze and the solitude were a moment to remember. Highly recommend this tour and company!
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Valerien818
Aug 4, 2023
Badlands your - This is a great way to see everything there is to see in the Bandlqnds and surrounding area in one day.
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Kevinwz7473ul
Jul 23, 2021
Best sights of Sarasota - I highly recommend this trip, Dan showed me many places in Sarasota I hadn’t thought of. If you want to see the beauty and history of Sarasota give them a call
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Lori_f
Mar 12, 2020
The best city tour you'll get! - My husband and I were the only people on this tour so we got an EXCELLENT one-on-one tour with Daniel. He is super knowledgeable about Sarasota and its history, but not at all boring! He speaks very clearly, the van was super clean and comfortable. Need a restaurant recommendation........he's got that covered. too. HOLY MOLY! We had a great time! And hearing about you and Rocky........
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Ericgumble
Mar 5, 2020
A superb experience. Period. - I cannot say enough about this experience. While visiting my parents recently, we decided to take a day in Sarasota. I never had seen the city and wanted to get as much out of it as I could with the limited time we had. A TOUR!, we decided. We were back and forth between My XO Adventures and other typical trolley tour companies. After debate and reading reviews, we settled on the Sarasota Sensations tour by My XO Adventures. We did find it strange that almost every review of this company seemed to mention "Daniel", but we rolled the dice and booked a morning tour. What a pleasant time we had. Daniel, we find out, IS essentially the company. We drove into Sarasota, parked at a garage and Daniel pulled up to the meeting spot in a very professional and very comfortable passenger van. He proceeded to take us all around Sarasota, walked us all around the Ringling grounds and drove us through many areas of Sarasota that the trolley tours couldn't even possibly navigate, even if they wanted to. We never felt rushed, and Daniel had so much experiential knowledge about the city that we would be lucky if we could retain even half of it. He gave us all the skinny on the best places to eat and drink and truly treated us like VIPs. I highly recommend this company!
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Faraway828351
Mar 5, 2020
Super Satisfied Sarasota Sensations Participant - Sarasota Sensations is fabulous way to get to know Sarasota and its fascinating history! The tour led by the owner of My XO Adventures, Daniel Milks, was entertaining and highly informative. Daniel has lived in Sarasota for over 25 years and has thoroughly researched the history of the area. The tour of the grounds of the Ringling mansion was a highlight of the tour. The mansion and the Ringlings came alive through the many fascinating stories that Daniel related. This tour is a "must-do" for those wanting to know the amazing history of Sarasota.
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