Tours - Pine Ridge Reservation
Tours - Badlands
Tours - Black Hills
Vernell White Thunder, owner of White Thunder Ranch, was born and raised here on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota. He has a vast knowledge of the area and has worked for the United State Geological Survey Office.
Mr. White Thunder has been featured in numerous newspaper and magazine articles including the London Times. He has also been featured in books and movies.
Vehicle tours of the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation are available. Learn about the Oglala Lakota Nation history and culture from a Lakota who has lived here all of his life. Not only are the Reservation tours educational but they are entertaining as well.
Tours of the Black Hills and Badlands by vehicle are also available. These tours are extensive and knowledge-packed. All of these touring packages are all day activities. Tours are exciting and a learning experience.
Tours are available on an individual basis or for small groups.
The Badlands tour is breath-taking. This tour gives you an in-depth tours of the Badlands which includes short hikes, a geological explanation of the Badlands, and, a historical Sioux perspective. This trip is an all-day (8-12 hours) outing.
The Black Hills Tour includes a historical perspective of the Black Hills, Crazy Horse Monument, Custer State Park, Needles Highway and rest stops at different lakes. This tour is an 8-12 hour trip.
Our Reservation Tour includes a tour of the Tribal Buffalo Herd, a drive through reservation small towns, a visit at Red Cloud School Museum and the Wounded Knee Massacre site, and, if time allows, traditional Sundance and Pow-wow grounds. This tour begins with a brief narration of the history, culture and traditions of the Lakota Nation.
Lodging accommodations are available for those who want to experience the area in a rustic setting.
Cabins are available with nightly and weekly rates.
Tipi (teepee) lodging is also available for those who want to have a truly historical experience.
Backcountry camping is also available.
Rustic Accommodations at White Thunder Ranch
All inquiries (voice messages, e-mails, or letters) at White Thunder Ranch will be responded to promptly. Please be assured that we will respond to your questions or comments.
