Wednesday - Monday | July - September
Child (Up to Age 12) From $56
Not recommended for small children.
Prices may change based on demand and do not include tax, fees or optional upgrades. Proceed to booking to view the current rate — book early for the best price. We offer discounts for groups of 8 or more and private cruises for up to 35 people (subject to availability).
Explorer Jetboat is not wheelchair accessible.
Explore the history and lore of Bigfoot while traveling 80 miles roundtrip on a high-speed jetboat from Portland to Multnomah Falls. See the landmarks along the Willamette and Columbia Rivers that make the Northwest famous, while listening to exclusive narration by Cliff Barackman (star of Animal Planet‘s “Finding Bigfoot”) and a live tour guide. You’ll enjoy curated information about the legend of Bigfoot and sightings in the Columbia River Gorge on this exhilarating, informative journey.
Spectacular vistas. One thrilling ride.
Explorer cruises are an adventure-style experience traveling at speeds up to 45 miles per hour. You are welcome to bring food and drink on board (no food/drink included or available for purchase), as long as it fits in a small bag that can be held in your lap or at your feet. 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. There is a small bathroom on board. The boat is not wheelchair/walker accessible. 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! 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. Please consult your doctor prior to booking a cruise on the Explorer if you have a health concern.
About the boat:
July – September, 2023:
Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays
Availability subject to change if minimum passenger count is not met.
Cruise Time:
9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Boarding starts 15 minutes prior to departure.
Departure Point: Caruthers Landing Dock: 110 SE Caruthers St, Portland, Oregon 97214
Returns to same dock.
Parking: Complimentary at 110 SE Caruthers St, Portland, Oregon.
NOTE: An afternoon departure time is available on our 7 Wonders of the Gorge cruise which features the same route, but the narration focuses on bridges and natural landmarks.
