Badlands National Park - Sunset and Stargazing (Private)

A once in a lifetime opportunity to visit the incredible Badlands; first in the afternoon and into a golden sunset - followed by the official National Park stargazing program. The best of both world

A once in a lifetime opportunity to visit the incredible Badlands; first in the afternoon and into a golden sunset - followed by the official National Park stargazing program. The best of both worlds, this tour allows us the view wildlife and the parks formations before the sun sets, and then taking on the park after dark! Because Badlands National Park is not surrounded by big cities or other major sources of light pollution, night skies in the park are very clear. After dark, visitors can see many of the night sky’s greatest hits: constellations, the moon, satellites, and airplanes. But the special darkness of Badlands National Park helps visitors to see even more like planets, the Milky Way, star clusters, nebulae, the International Space Station, shooting stars, and – very occasionally – the aurora borealis.

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Location: Rapid City

What's Included

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Q&A

Q: How do I prepare for the stargazing part? Do I need to bring anything special?

A: You don’t need to bring much! The tour includes binoculars and telescopes, so that’s covered. Just dress warmly since it can get chilly at night in the Badlands. Also, some snacks and bottled water are included, but I’d recommend bringing a blanket to sit on. The sky can get super dark, so if you have a red flashlight, that’s helpful too!

Q: Is this experience suitable for kids? What ages would enjoy it?

A: Absolutely! Kids will love the wildlife viewing and the chance to see all the stars. It's suitable for ages 6 and up, but I'd suggest it’s better for kids who can stay up late and are interested in space. The guide is great at explaining everything in a fun way!

Q: What if the weather is bad? Do they reschedule?

A: Yes, they do have a rescheduling policy! If the weather doesn’t cooperate, they’ll work with you to find a new date. Just keep an eye on the forecast leading up to your tour. The clear skies are crucial for stargazing, so they’re pretty flexible with reschedules.

Discussions

Just went on the Badlands Sunset & Stargazing tour!

I recently did the Badlands National Park Sunset and Stargazing tour, and wow, it was magical! We saw tons of wildlife in the afternoon and the sunset was breathtaking. The stargazing afterward was even better—so many stars! Our guide was super knowledgeable. If you’re considering it as a gift, I say go for it! Just remember to bundle up for the night.

Thinking of gifting the Badlands Sunset & Stargazing experience!

I'm considering this for my boyfriend's birthday. He loves the outdoors and stargazing, but I’m not sure if it’s worth the price. Has anyone done it? What were your highlights? I want it to be special!