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.
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From Portland: 7 Wonders of the Gorge Jetboat Cruise
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Highlights
Enjoy the rush of traveling along the Willamette River in an open-air boat
Enjoy views of Cape Horn, Beacon Rock, Mount Hood, and more along the way
Get your adrenaline pumping as you reach speeds of up to 45 miles per hour
Itinerary
Product details
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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What's included
Live guide
Noise-canceling headsets
Sightseeing cruise
Small restroom on board
Food and drinks
Eligibility
Adult: 13–99 years old
Child: 2–12 years old
Change & cancellation policies
If a cancellation request is submitted before 09:00, 1 day(s) prior to the date of use, no cancellation fee will be charged.
If a cancellation request is submitted after 09:00 1 day(s) before the date of use, a fee of 100% will be charged.
If a discount is applied, the cancellation fee will be calculated based on the original price before the discount and will not exceed the amount paid.
Partial refund is not available.
Important note
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
Items recommended to bring:
Binoculars
Camera
Sun hat
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Warm clothing
Weather-appropriate clothing
Not allowed items:
Luggage or large bags
Pets
Not suitable for:
People with mobility impairments
Wheelchair users
Good to know:
Although the boat is mostly covered, there is an uncovered deck in the back
Binoculars and cameras are encouraged
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
Sunglasses, hats and sunscreen are recommended
The Explorer is an open-air boat and not climate controlled; please dress for the weather
The boat can be loud, so noise-canceling headphones or complimentary earplugs will be available
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
There is a large parking lot at the landing dock where passengers can park for free
There is a small bathroom on board
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