Cruises

Table Of Content

• Offered Year-Round
• Heart of the Gorge
• Mississippi/Williams Brewery Tour
• Cruises
• See Portland and the region from the water on boat tours that traverse the Willamette and Columbia rivers.
• Columbia River Gorge Boat Tours
• Get Portland stories straight to your inbox. We'll send you a newsletter with what you need to know every day.

The boat can be loud, so noise-canceling headphones or complimentary ear plugs will be available. The Explorer is an open-air boat and not climate controlled; please dress for the weather. Although the boat is mostly covered, there is an uncovered deck in the back. Please keep bags and personal belongings to a minimum as there is limited space. 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.

Offered Year-Round

The action you just performed triggered the security solution. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. Explore the great outdoors in and around Portland in any season with these tour operators. Aerial tours give you a bird’s-eye view of Portland and the surrounding region.

Heart of the Gorge

She is showing her age in places—peeling paint here, drab flooring there—despite major renovations every few years. Celebrate Portland Spirit’s 30th anniversary with a sunset cruise showcasing the best of Portland. Being locally owned since 1994, dust off your 90s attire and join. Historically, tickets have been released approximately 1-2 weeks prior to each cruise. If you would like to be added to the waiting list to get tickets as they are released, please request here.

Mississippi/Williams Brewery Tour

Please consult your doctor prior to booking a cruise on the Explorer if you have a health concern. Come experience premier dining on one of three full-service yachts operating year-round on the Willamette River in beautiful downtown Portland. Your dedicated event planner will arrange all the details to make your company event one of a kind.

Cruises

Portland Spirit announces ‘7 Wonders of the Gorge’ cruise - KOIN.com

Portland Spirit announces ‘7 Wonders of the Gorge’ cruise.

Posted: Wed, 07 Jun 2023 07:00:00 GMT [source]

Learn the history and key features of the city’s 12 Willamette River bridges. Built in Salisbury, Maryland and completed on August 27, 1986, the ship was launched in 1987 by Chesapeake Shipbuilding and operated on the Connecticut River during its first year. Then the vessel was sold and after a trip through the Panama Canal, it operated out of Maui for the next four years.

Meet iconic Portland characters like The Unipiper, Una the Mermaid, Korny the Chicken, Morris Moose, Aurelia Stardancer and Portland Pickles’ Dillon, for unforgettable photo ops. A special bistro menu and full bar will be available for purchase. The broad waters of the Columbia River will carry you from Portland’s vibrant harbor through the forest covered coast range on an adventure filled day retracing the route of Lewis & Clark. Ocean freighters and tugboats share our route to Astoria, a quaint scenic river town filled with history. Our boats provide a fusion of breathtaking scenery, Northwest cuisine and exceptional service to create an unforgettable experience. Get a taste of Portland on a variety of food tours focused on specific ingredients, venues or neighborhoods.

Columbia River Gorge Boat Tours

Experience a diverse mix of Portland beer giants, local favorites and regional trendsetters on this tour of Pearl District and Northwest Portland / Nob Hill breweries. Willamette Week’s reporting has concrete impacts that change laws, force action from civic leaders, and drive compromised politicians from public office. Corwin joined the staff of the Portland Spirit at age 23 as a singing waiter. Three decades later, he is now part owner of the company and has leaned into the maritime field, as evidenced by his abundant use of nautical lingo. The Portland Spirit has been sailing up and down the Willamette River entertaining tourists and locals alike since May 1994.

Portland Spirit hosts 70s and 80s Rock Cruise – Events - events.columbian.com

Portland Spirit hosts 70s and 80s Rock Cruise – Events.

Posted: Sun, 21 May 2023 07:00:00 GMT [source]

Get Portland stories straight to your inbox. We'll send you a newsletter with what you need to know every day.

But what she lacks in radiance she makes up for in nostalgia. Some people might remember taking a Cinnamon Bear cruise at Christmas time, or attending a floating corporate retreat. Others may recall boarding the Portland Spirit around 3 am after high school graduation, singing some Britney Spears karaoke then falling asleep on the shoulder of an ex-boyfriend as the sun rose. While aboard enjoy samples from various local purveyors — including doughnuts, ice cream, chocolate, coffee, beer, wine and spirits.

Sail in style with Scovare Expeditions, whose fleet includes a 50-foot cutter, 40-foot sailboat and 25-foot sloop, as well as a power pontoon boat. In addition to public and private tours, Scovare also offers lessons for aspiring sailors. Portland is a river town, largely defined by the Willamette and Columbia, which divide the city into east and west, and form its northern border, respectively. Portland boat tours offer a unique perspective on the city and region. Back in the mid-’90s, it was considered revolutionary to prep, cook and plate fresh food on board for passengers, let alone offer four entrée choices. On the lunch cruise last week, diners chose from mushroom ravioli, Parmesan-crusted chicken, baked Columbia River steelhead and herb-marinated beef shoulder.

See Portland and the region from the water on boat tours that traverse sights on the Willamette and Columbia rivers. All details are subject to change, so please contact tour operators for the latest information. In 2019, he made news for writing an earnest letter to Mayor Ted Wheeler suggesting he buy a 370-foot ship and convert it into a floating homeless shelter. On the occasion of its 30th anniversary, the staff of the 150-foot yacht is hosting two $30 “Best of Portland Anniversary Cruises” on May 9 and 23.

Local food and drink vendors will offer samples, including Blue Star and Voodoo doughnuts, Creo Chocolate, Rogue Ales & Spirits, and more. On January 4, 1998, Portland Spirit staff members completely offloaded the ship and prepared her for a full remodel. She was completely gutted at the Sundial Shipyard in Troutdale. Thirty days and $750,000 later, the ship returned to Portland with new ceilings, walls, bars, a new paint job and much more. In February of 2004, the Portland Spirit was again remodeled.

Operating May -September, there are several packages to choose from to fit your needs. The two-hour tour departs from the dock near OMSI and takes passengers past downtown bridges, wildlife and houseboats on the way to majestic Willamette Falls in Oregon City. The one-hour tour heads north to show off the city’s shipyards, waterfront and more bridges.