Aerial view of four boats from the fleet, the Portland Spirit, Crystal Dolphin, Willamette Star, and the Explorer jetboat, on the Willamette River on a clear fall day. Three white yacht-style riverboats sit on the water, with the small Explorer jetboat in front of them. Behind them are a marina full of sailboats and motorboats, a green waterfront park lawn, trees in red and orange fall colors, a green steel lift bridge at right, and the downtown Portland skyline under a blue sky. A couple stands at the railing on the open upper deck of a riverboat at dusk, smiling and looking off to the side, with string lights overhead, the river behind them, and bridges and waterfront buildings in the distance under a purple-pink sky. The Portland Spirit, a white and green riverboat strung with warm lights, cruises the Willamette River at dusk in front of the cable-stayed Tilikum Crossing, whose towers glow green. The downtown Portland skyline glows beneath a pink and orange sky, with the boat’s lights reflected on the water. View from the deck of a riverboat at sunset, looking along the Willamette River toward the Palatine Hill Pump Station, a large villa-style building on a forested hillside, with a dock below it and a bridge in the distance. String lights and a small flag at the edge of the deck frame the scene under a golden-orange sky.

Cruise. Dine. Unwind.

Portland Cruises Private Events

Northwest family and employee-owned since 1994

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Operating a fleet of four boats for public and private events, Portland Spirit offers year-round dining and sightseeing cruises featuring the best views in Portland — a unique experience in Portland, Oregon.

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Portland River Cruises

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Hop aboard the Portland Spirit for a memorable river experience, departing from Downtown Portland, Oregon. See the city in a whole new light as you travel up river from the city center to the historic Milwaukie Waterfront. Cruises are about 2 hours long and we operate all year-round. Named Best Boat Tour in Portland two years in a row!

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Book a Venue that Floats

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If you are looking for a unique event venue, don’t miss the boat! Our yachts are perfect for small private functions or large scale events with up to 450 guests. Our boats provide a fusion of stunning views, freshly prepared Northwest cuisine and exceptional service to create an unforgettable experience for your guests.

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Sail Into Your Happily Ever After

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With three yachts to choose from that accommodate a variety of guest counts and provide ever changing views on the Willamette River, this is a one-of-a kind wedding venue. We offer inclusive wedding packages with catering, Champagne toast, service gratuity and much more!

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Upcoming specialty cruises

  • Groups

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    Portland Spirit offers group discounts on most of our public cruises. Choose from a brunch, lunch, dinner or sightseeing cruise and receive a discount for 10 or more people and much more.
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  • Vessels

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    Look no further for your perfect event venue! Our boats provide a fusion of breathtaking scenery, Northwest cuisine and exceptional service to create an unforgettable experience.
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    Dine with us and enjoy the Northwest culinary creations of our executive chef made to order during your cruise. Our dining cruises feature fresh local Northwest ingredients and a full service bar.
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