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From Portland: 7 Wonders of the Gorge Jetboat Cruise

4.3  / 511 reviews
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From Portland: 7 Wonders of the Gorge Jetboat Cruise
4.3  / 511 reviews

Enjoy majestic views of the lower Columbia River Gorge on a high-speed sightseeing cruise from Portland. Travel under famous bridges as you journey to Multnomah Falls and back on the Explorer Jetboat.

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Duration 3.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Audio guide included
English

Experience

Highlights

  • Enjoy the rush of traveling along the Willamette River in an open-air boat
  • Get your adrenaline pumping as you reach speeds of up to 45 miles per hour
  • Marvel at picturesque landscapes from the water and see Multnomah Falls
  • Enjoy views of Cape Horn, Beacon Rock, Mount Hood, and more along the way
  • Listen to interesting facts about the sights as a live guide narrates the cruise

Full description

Discover the lower Columbia River Gorge from the water on a roundtrip jetboat cruise from Portland. Travel at speeds of up to 45 miles per hour as you journey along the Willamette River and the mighty Columbia River toward Multnomah Falls. Marvel at views of the city and surrounding countryside as you make your way to Multnomah Falls. Board your explorer cruise from a private dock in Portland and set out on your outdoor adventure. Enjoy sights like Cape Horn, Crown Point, Rooster Rock, Mount Hood, and much more, with a live guide narrating your journey. Your adventure cruise comes to an end back where it began, at the dock on the Willamette River. Passenger Advisory: Explorer cruises are an adventure-style experience traveling at speeds up to 45 miles per hour. The Explorer Jetboat is not wheelchair/walker accessible. Must be steady on feet and take steps. Please note that river conditions vary and may result in frequent, sustained turbulent motion along with varied weather. For safety and comfort, guests should be in good health and without conditions that could be aggravated by motion. Please consult your doctor prior to booking a cruise on the Explorer if you have a health concern.

Includes

  • Sightseeing cruise
  • Live guide
  • Noise-canceling headsets
  • Small restroom on board
  • Food and drinks

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

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Participants

Meeting point

Check in for your cruise at the Portland Spirit Office and Private Event Dock on SE Caruthers Street. There is parking available on site.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Warm clothing
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Binoculars

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • Food and drinks are not available for purchase aboard the boat. Passengers are welcome to bring their own food and drinks, as long as these fit into a small bag that can be held on their lap or at their feet
  • There is a large parking lot at the landing dock where passengers can park for free
  • The boat is not wheelchair or walker accessible. Travellers should have a moderate level of physical fitness and must be able to climb down 2 steps into the boat
  • The boat can be loud, so noise-canceling headphones or complimentary earplugs will be available
  • The Explorer is an open-air boat and not climate controlled; please dress for the weather
  • There is a small bathroom on board
  • Although the boat is mostly covered, there is an uncovered deck in the back
  • Sunglasses, hats and sunscreen are recommended
  • Binoculars and cameras are encouraged

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 11 reviews

Review summary

  • Transportation
    5/5
  • Value for money
    3/5
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Tiffany – United StatesSeptember 25, 2024 – Verified booking
All the staff from Lauren in the office, to Silas the incredible guide, to the captain, were so nice and accommodating. For the price, I wish we had least went a few miles past Beacon Rock. Think the turnaround came up fast. Way too many people on one trip. Would have been more comfortable with about six less passengers. A smaller group would allow more folks to take advantage of the deck, and not let a few just take it over for the entire trip. However, Silas was amazing. So thoughtful, so engaging, so informative and fun. For $90, the ride should have been longer, but we all had a blast. Looking forward to doing it again next year.
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GetYourGuide traveler – IndiaSeptember 21, 2024 – Verified booking
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John M – United StatesSeptember 19, 2024 – Verified booking

Product ID: 438473

Activity provider:Portland Spirit Cruises

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