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Badlands Golden Hour And Sunset Tour
Badlands: A Sunset, Golden Hour, and Blue Hour Adventure
The Best Time To Visit The Badlands is During the Golden Hour.
What’s the most unforgettable way to see the Badlands?” A private sunset tour of Badlands National Park during the Golden Hour is the best way to visit the Badlands. As the sun sets, the rugged landscape transforms with breathtaking colors, shifting from golden hues to deep blues. This exclusive experience isn’t just about sightseeing—it’s about witnessing nature’s most magical moments in the best locations, guided by experts who know where to find the most stunning views. Want to know more? Keep going for full details on the Badlands Golden Hour Tour.
What is the Golden Hour?
The Golden Hour is the enchanting time just before sunset when the sun hangs low on the horizon, casting warm, golden tones across the rugged terrain of Badlands National Park. During this hour, the landscape comes alive in soft, diffused light, perfect for photography or simply taking in the natural beauty around you.
Wildlife is particularly active during the Golden Hour. This is when elusive animals like bighorn sheep, bison, and pronghorn antelope venture out to graze. It’s a serene moment to observe nature in its purest form, surrounded by the awe-inspiring beauty of the Badlands
What is the Blue Hour?
As the sun sets and the Golden Hour fades, the Blue Hour casts its spell. This short period occurs just after the sun dips below the horizon, bathing the landscape in deep, rich blue hues. The Blue Hour offers a dramatic contrast to the warm tones of the Golden Hour, making it an exceptional time to capture striking photographs.
The otherworldly beauty of the Badlands during this time is a photographer’s dream, and the serene atmosphere creates a perfect setting to reflect on the natural wonders surrounding you.
- Duration: 7 Hours (approx.)
Key Highlights
- Expert Guided Viewpoints
- Photography taken by the Guide
- Visit the Badlands at the best time
- Be in the right spots at the right time
- Experience the Badlands away from Tourists
- Access to high-grade equipment like Nikon Pro-staff Binoculars
- This is a completely private tour
- Abundant Wildlife Viewing
Tour Inclusions
- Picnic Lunch Included
- Expert Guide of the Badlands
- All Admissions and Entry Fees
- Pick up & Drop off at your accommodations
- Leisurely Pace, No Rushing
- Fully Customizable
- Snacks & Goodies
- Bottled Water
Your Badlands Sunset Journey Begins
Your tour starts with a private pickup directly from your hotel. Once on board, the adventure begins.
Driving out to the Badlands, you’ll learn about the geological history and diversity of the prairie lands along the way. Wall Drug is just ahead, and you’ll be stopping here just before we enter Badlands National Park.
Entering the Badlands
Your Badlands Golden Hour Tour begins about 90 minutes before sunset—the perfect time to spot bison, antelope, prairie dogs, and bighorn sheep as they emerge in the golden light.
Once we enter the Badlands from our preferred location, you’ll see what makes this tour so special. The Badlands rise up from the ground and appear as though you’re viewing a painting. It doesn’t seem real, but it is. The experience of seeing the Badlands can’t be fully captured on camera, so we stop to take it all in. Using our binoculars we can spot wildlife and enjoy the silence.
A Guided Tour The Reveals the Secrets of the Badlands
Many factors are involved in this special tour of the Badlands.
- Timing
- Angle
- Approach
- Expertise
We’ve worked hard to make this experience come together like a well-oiled machine, so you don’t have to.
Many of our guests are taken back at what they see. They can’t wait to get out of the car to experience the vast open landscape.
Wildlife and Vast Open Expanses
Each corner we turn offers up an entirely new view and more opportunities to see wildlife. It’s as if it never ends. We keep pace with the sun as we travel down the road, not missing an opportunity for fantastic photos.
You’re already experiencing the Badlands in a way most visitors never get to enjoy. Fewer people, less cars, more wildlife and endless vistas.
The Sun Begins To Set
We carry many amenities on board, including zero-gravity chairs. Some of our guests feel so relaxed they want to sit down and connect with nature. Either way, we’re here to ensure the tour is designed for your enjoyment. This is the only experience that teaches you arrived here to reconnect rather than disconnect.
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5 Reasons to Experience the Badlands Golden Hour Sunset Tour
Unmatched Sunset Views: Watch in awe as the picturesque landscape transforms into a mesmerizing canvas. Colors of gold, pink, and purple hues as the sun dips below the rugged horizon, creating a photographer’s dream.
Exclusive Private Location: We do our best to avoid crowded spots and enjoy a serene, unobstructed view of the sunset from a quiet location we select from experience. We target a peaceful and tranquil setting with sweeping views.
Zero Gravity Stargazing: After sunset, recline in comfortable zero gravity chairs for an outstanding stargazing experience under one of the darkest skies in the region, with the Milky Way dazzling above.
Expert Guides with Local Insights: Have a blast learning details about geology, history, and wildlife from guides who actually love what they do.
Stress-Free Adventure: Relax and let us take care of every detail, including transportation, snacks, bottled water, a picnic lunch, and all necessary equipment, so you can fully immerse yourself in this unforgettable experience.