Lakota Pony Ride Tours

Sleep in the fresh air and
comfort of a traditional Lakota
tipi.  Toilet and washing
facilities are located nearby.
Shower facilities are available
There is a nearby cooking
facility where meals are
prepared and served.

Enjoy the beauty of the land of the Lakota as well as gaining an insight into the life of the Lakota.

• Pony rides through spectacular pine-ridged Lakota buffalo country.

• Tipi camping in a beautiful natural setting among the trees.

• Hiking in country where every path leads to incredible vistas.

• Campfire storytelling in the ancient Lakota tradition.

• Learning the Lakota perspective of important historical events.

• Gaining knowledge of Lakota leaders such as Crazy Horse, Red Cloud, and American Horse.

• Interpretations of the impact of the Wounded Knee Massacre. 

Lakota Pony Rides is located just north of Manderson, South Dakota, near the middle of the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.  Manderson is just a few miles from historic Wounded Knee.  The Badlands National Park is less than a half-hour drive away.  Rapid City, South Dakota is the nearest major city and airport, about an hour's drive from Manderson.  There are no hotels or motels in the vicinity of Manderson. 

These tours are all customised to meet your requirements.  Below we have given you an idea of what type of activities and tours are available.  Please add your requirements and tell us the type of tour you would like in the comments box on the booking form.  We will then be able to give you a quotation and agree an itinerary with you.