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Portland Spirit (Year-Round)
Lunch*
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
January – March: Friday & Saturday
April – November: Monday – Saturday
December: Monday – FridayBrunch*
January – June & September – November: Sundays, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
July – August: Sundays, 9:30 am – 11:30 am & 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
December: Saturday & Sunday, 2:30 pm – 4:30 pmDinner: 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
January – April: Friday – Sunday
May – December: DailyHeart of Portland Sightseeing: 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
July & August (sightseeing only option available on most meal cruises year-round)*Note: Brunch times vary for holiday cruises, including Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, as well as cruises in July, August & December. Due to the Grand Floral Parade, the 6/10/23 lunch cruise boards at 1:00 pm. Lunch cruises on December 22, 23, 26 and 27board at 1:30 pm. There are no Saturday lunch cruises in December (we offer brunch instead). Visit our booking site to view up-to-date schedule and boarding location. Schedule is subject to change.
Jetboat Adventure Cruises (July – September)
3.5 hour round-trip from Portland to Multnomah Falls on the Explorer Jetboat
Bigfoot Adventure
Wednesday – Monday: 9:00 am – 12:30 pm (boarding at 8:45 am)7 Wonders of the Gorge
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Call our office: 503-224-3900
Visit our Ticket Booth at Salmon Street Springs. The Ticket Booth is open Friday – Sunday from 12 pm – 5 pm in June & September and daily from 10 am – 7 pm in July & August.
Reservations must be pre-paid and are non-transferable and non-refundable (unless a refundable ticket is purchased). Walk-on guests are welcome when space is available, though you are strongly encouraged to call ahead to verify day-of cruise availability. Many Saturday evenings and holiday cruises sell out in advance.
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These prices apply to standard cruises. All pricing is subject to change. There are discounts for groups of 10 adults or more.
Pricing is subject to change. Our pricing is based on demand so the prices listed are the starting price and are subject to change. It is recommended to book early for the best pricing.
Portland Prices
Dinner: Adult from $98 | Child (0-12) from $78
Sightseeing only: $50/Adult | $25/Child (0-12)Lunch: Adult from $66 | Child (1-12) from $33 | $10 infants (0-1)
Sightseeing only: $40/Adult | $25/Child (1-12) | infants (0-1) freeBrunch cruise: Adult from $76 | Child (1-12) from $38 | $10 infants (0-1)
Sightseeing only: $40/Adult | $25/Child (1-12) | infants (0-1) freeHeart of Portland Sightseeing (July – September): $40/Adult | $25/Child (1-12) | infants (0-1) free
Columbia River Jetboat Adventure Cruises
Adult from $64 | Child from $56 (up to age 12; not recommended for small children)
Cinnamon Bear Breakfast Holiday Cruises
Adult from $66 | Child (0-1) from $49
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Reservations do not include a service gratuity (tip) unless you add an Admiral’s package to your booking, or reserve a group of 10 or more people. You will be able to add gratuity near the conclusion of your cruise. There are suggested gratuity amounts printed at the bottom of your on board receipt, based on the total amount paid.
Some select holiday cruises, like the Cinnamon Bear Breakfast, Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and Fourth of July cruises, do include a service charge. There is a “What’s Included” section on every cruise page that you can see what’s included in the cost of the cruise. Or if you have additional questions, you may call us at 503-224-3900.
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We offer discounts for groups of 10 or more adults.
Our email newsletter is one of the best ways to learn about upcoming events, specialty cruises and discounts. You can sign up via the form at the very bottom of our website.
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All our food is prepared fresh on board in our galley and our menus change daily. For our plated meal cruises, we offer seafood, beef, poultry and vegetarian options. Your server will make you aware of available selections shortly after you join us on board. You have the option to pre-order shrimp cocktails, appetizers, desserts and other items when you make your reservation.
We strive to please all palates. Vegetarian options are regularly available as one of our entrées for plated meal cruises. Vegan options are available by request when booking. If you have any dietary restrictions or food allergies, please let us know before your cruise date.
Passengers may not bring outside food or beverages on board any Portland Spirit cruise.
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Outside food and beverages are not allowed on any of our cruises, except for the Bigfoot and 7 Wonders of the Gorge cruises; however, you may bring a personal water bottle on board with you. Please note that all carry-ons and bags are subject to inspection.
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We offer a variety of enhancements for your special occasion aboard the Portland Spirit. Enhancements are not available on every cruise.
Admiral Package Additional $74 per person — Save $24 per person
Treat yourself to a truly luxurious dining experience at the Admiral’s Table with a guaranteed window table, appetizer, upgraded dessert, complimentary tea, coffee or soft drinks, a drink ticket for beer, wine or a cocktail, boarding photo and keepsake cocktail glass. Perfect for a date night or celebration with friends and family. Service gratuity also included.Celebration Package Additional $42 per person — Save $9 per person
Put the finishing touch on your special celebration. The Celebration package includes a drink ticket for beer, wine or a cocktail, upgraded dessert, complimentary tea, coffee, or soft drinks and a boarding photo. (Service gratuity not included.)Keepsake Package Additional $35 per person — Save $4 per person
Includes one drink ticket for beer, wine or a cocktail, souvenir glass and a boarding photo to remember your special occasion with the Portland Spirit. (Service gratuity not included.)Guaranteed Window Table starting from $15 per person
Available on meal cruises only, your party will be guaranteed a table at the window. Limited number available per cruise.Boarding Photo $15 each
Your visit will be captured by our photographer as you arrive. Before you leave, you will have your picture in a custom Portland Spirit frame to take with you.Cheese Sampler Plate $30 each
A curated selection of local Northwest cheeses, chosen for flavor and presentation. Served with crostini and fruit.Seafood Plate $30 each
Smoked Lox, Steelhead, Seared Tuna, Mussels and Prawns. Served with crostini, cream cheese, lemon and cocktail sauce.Mediterranean Plate $30 each
Pre-order only. Vegan option featuring a variety of vegetables, Beyond hot Italian sausage slices, GF tortilla and house-made hummus.Shrimp Cocktail $12 each
Five tiger prawns served with our chef’s special recipe cocktail sauce.You may also choose to pre-order floral arrangements at a variety of sizes and prices. If you let us know, we would be glad to announce your occasion on board. Please discuss any special requests with your customer service representative when booking your cruise.
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Portland Spirit, Willamette Star and Crystal Dolphin are wheelchair accessible on the Willamette Deck (1st level) with certain restrictions and all have wheelchair-accessible heads (restrooms) on board. We can accommodate standard-sized manual wheelchairs, and some power chairs, up to 32 inches wide. The ramp has a weight limit of 250 pounds (combined weight of chair and passenger). If you or your guest is using a power wheelchair, you may request a location on the vessel near a power outlet to charge your chair. Please address any needs you may have regarding access requirements with your customer service representative when booking or add a note to your online order.
The bow and observation deck on the Portland Spirit are only accessible via stairs; the Willamette Deck (lower level) is accessible via ramp, but is fully enclosed.
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We recommend business casual or dressy casual for our meal cruises. Our sightseeing cruises are casual dress.
We strongly recommend that people not wear high-heeled shoes and encourage people to wear solid, non-slip footwear as we are in a marine environment. We do recommend wearing layered clothing as the climate on the rivers can be unpredictable. The Portland Spirit, Willamette Star and Crystal Dolphin vessels offer fully enclosed dining decks. Cruises aboard the Explorer should be considered a thrill-type ride where weather and river conditions can vary dramatically.
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No cancellations unless a refundable ticket option is purchased. Transfers to another cruise may be possible with a transfer fee (unless refundable ticket option is purchased).
Refundable Ticket Information: The price for a refundable ticket is based on the type of cruise, but can range from $4 – $20 per person. If you are unable to attend the cruise, this add-on will allow you to cancel your reservation for a full refund, minus the cost of the add-on, up to 24 hours after the scheduled departure.
All refunds will need to be processed through our reservations staff during business hours. Partial refunds are available if some of the party can not attend. This add-on also allows the reservation to be transferred to another date or cruise, additional charges may apply if the cruise type is changed.
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Public cruises aboard Portland Spirit, Willamette Star and Crystal Dolphin typically run south (upstream) from downtown Portland on the Willamette River to the Milwaukie Basin/Lake Oswego area. The return leg cruises north through downtown. View our cruise route and attractions on our Portland cruises page.
Please note that cruise routes can vary depending on river activity and conditions.
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We are ticketless so there is no need to print your booking confirmation. However, it can be helpful to have it readily accessible on your phone should any questions arise during the boarding process. Your party will check in under the name it was booked under.
When you arrive to the dock (please check your booking confirmation for the correct address), you’ll be greeted by our captain and members of the crew. We take a boarding photo of everyone who boards, but it is optional to purchase the printed souvenir photo at the end of the cruise.
We are U.S. Coast Guard regulated so as part of our safety and security plan, passengers 18 years of age and older must present photo identification upon boarding. The boarding photo is also required; however, those that are uncomfortable with a photo may wear a face covering or request the photographer to not print the photo. All carry-on bags are subject to inspection.
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Our cruises board at either Salmon Street Springs or Caruthers Landing. Most public cruises board from our Salmon Street Springs Dock, but boarding location and vessel is subject to change. Please refer to your booking confirmation or event organizer for the correct address. You may also view the departure location from booking section of our website. If you have a question regarding your boarding location, please call our office during regular business hours.
Public cruises start boarding 30 minutes prior to departure and private cruises typically board 15 minutes prior to departure.
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For cruises departing from the Salmon Street Springs Fountain (1010 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland OR 97204) we suggest either the World Trade Center parking garage or Smart Park parking garage on SW Jefferson. Street parking may also be available. Bicycle parking is available nearby. EV parking is located one block west on SW Salmon Street.
For cruises departing from Caruthers Landing (110 SE Caruthers St, Portland, OR 97214) we have our private parking lot available at no additional cost, available on a first come, first served basis.
Additional information here.
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Children are welcome on all cruises, except for those cruises specified as limited to age 21 and over. Most cruises have a discounted child rate. Please let us know in the booking process if your party will include any children.
Please note, the entertainment on regular meal cruises caters to adults and young child may find themselves restless, particularly on a longer dinner cruise that for may kids runs past their bedtime. We recommend daytime sightseeing for families with young children or our Cinnamon Bear cruises during the holidays. If you are dining with a small child, please ask your server for crayons and a children’s activity sheet.
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We cruise regardless of rain or bad weather. In the case of ice or heavy snowfall, we will reach out at least 2 hours prior to the cruise in the event of a cancellation.
The Portland Spirit, Willamette Star and Crystal Dolphin have two interior climate controlled decks as well as a partially covered outer decks for exterior viewing. Be sure to bring a jacket, even in the summer, as it can be cooler on the water.
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We love dogs! Unfortunately, our vessels are a coast guard regulated and dogs/pets are not allowed on board. Only service dogs that have been trained to perform tasks that assist disabled people will be permitted.
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View images, videos and other resources for each vessel via the links below.
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Smoking of any substance via any device or method, including e-cigarettes and vaping, is not allowed on any vessel.
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No. We are U.S. Coast Guard regulated, meaning it is a violation of federal policies to board any of our vessels with a conceded firearm, knife or weapon on your person.