Rapid City Tours
Private Kayaking/ Stand up Paddle Boarding Package
4.5

Private Kayaking/ Stand up Paddle Boarding Package

By Black Hills Adventure Tours
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Ages 0-105
Duration: 5h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Kayaks, paddle boards, life jackets and paddles
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
What's not included
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • We also pick up at campgrounds. There is a two person minimum for this tour.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Airport pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.
      • Rapid City Regional Airport, 4550 Terminal Rd, Rapid City, SD 57703
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Not wheelchair accessible
        • Service animals allowed
        • Near public transportation
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 71769P3

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
        • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
        • Most travellers can participate
        • Two Person Minimum
        • During this challenging time, the safety of our staff and guests is our number one priority. Safety measures are in place for all guests.
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 71769P3

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          Joined in January 2014
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          Awesome Tour Of Black Hills Mounuments
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          Great private tour, great sites, great tour guide.
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          Definitely an experienced traveler.
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        • benz1632
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          HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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        John S
        Granger, IN2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jul 2020 • Family
        What a great experience! We booked 2 days worth of trips with Black Hills Adventure Tours and our experience was amazing. Our guide Carrie knew so much about the area, the off the beaten spots, and the best times to go. We never felt rushed and she always accommodated our requests.
        I can honestly say that BHAT helped make one of our memorable vacations ever. Thank you!
        Written 23 July 2020
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        Wow! Thank you for the great review. I enjoyed tour with your family! You were so fun! I appreciate you booking your tour with us! Great photo!!
        Written 5 September 2020
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        Heather H
        Cypress, TX1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Sept 2021
        Carrie was an excellent guide for my first time kayaking experience. She also drove me to Spearfish Canyon to see a bit more of the sights than I would have been able to given the limited time I had. Absolutely recommend Black Hill Adventure Tours!
        Written 18 October 2021
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        I am so very glad you had a good time! I enjoyed spending the day with you, and I hope to see you again in the future!
        Written 2 November 2021
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        Chad R
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mickey was an excellent guide. Took us to breathtakingly beautiful areas of the lake. Seeing much wildlife, it was serene and peaceful! Excellent guide for a great morning adventure! A little expensive but worth the splurge.
        Written 25 July 2020
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        Thank you so much for the review! Mickey enjoyed spending the morning with you! We truly appreciate you booking your tour with us!
        Written 5 September 2020
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        Jweinberg1
        Mound, MN33 contributions
        3.0 of 5 bubbles
        Our guide, Mickey, was awesome!! She was really personable and worked hard for us to have a great time. We had fun, but left a little underwhelmed given the pricing. We’ve done many other similar excursions in other locations across the US and they usually run 25-50% less.
        Written 17 July 2020
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        Thank you for the review. I am happy to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Mickey. I am sorry to hear that you were unhappy with the price. I am not sure what platform you booked your tour through. I do know that we are listed on some platforms that add a surcharge/booking fee. I am sorry you didn't book your tour directly. We could have had a discussion about your price concerns prior to the tour. We always try to go out of our way to ensure that our guests have the best experience possible. I am truly sorry we did not meet your expectations.
        Written 5 September 2020
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        Christy O
        Terrell, TX14 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2021
        Mickey was our amazing guide for this amazing trip! She took us to Pactola Lake for a beautiful and serene paddle boarding excursion. She knew the best and most peaceful part of the lake and the exact time to enjoy it! We would highly recommend this package!
        Written 18 August 2021
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        Thank you for your great review! Mickey enjoyed her day with you as well! Thank you for taking your tour with us!
        Written 18 September 2021
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        Troy A
        Topeka, KS2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jul 2021 • Couples
        The lake is beautiful. Our guide was Rose, and we feel like we made a new friend. We had an incredible experience!
        Written 29 July 2021
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        Thank you for the great review!! Rose is pretty great!! I am happy that you enjoyed your day with her!!
        Written 31 July 2021
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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