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Excellence in River Cruise DiningPortland Spirit offers several cruises on the Columbia River aboard the Portland Spirit and Outrageous Jetboat.

Portland Spirit also operates the Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler in Cascade Locks, Oregon.

We offer special rates for groups of 15 or more, and have discounts for seniors and children.

With all cruises, please check to verify availability. Reservations are recommended.

Call (503) 224-3900 or (800) 224-3901

2006 Lewis and Clark
Exploration Cruise

Experience the Northwest history of two of America’s greatest explorers, as the Portland Spirit takes you back in time aboard our Lewis & Clark Exploration Cruise.

Local historians provide a fascinating historical narrative of Lewis & Clark’s adventures along our local waterways. You’ll cruise the Willamette and Columbia Rivers and through the Multnomah Channel as you follow in the very paddle strokes of the Corps of Discovery.

Enjoy a continental breakfast, buffet lunch and desserts while you experience the natural wonders and rich history of the Lewis & Clark expedition.

View an interactive map of the Lewis and Clark Cruise route.

Show upcoming Lewis and Clark Cruises
Thursdays, boarding at 9:00am cruising from 9:30am til 4:00pm
June through September

Adults $78
Children ages 4-12 $39
Seniors $58

Groups of 15 or more adults $70 per person
Rates include service gratuity

Outrageous Jetboat
Astoria Cruises

A day-tripper’s delight. Travel the waters of the Columbia for an afternoon among the Victorian homes, rolling streets and trolleys of Astoria, Oregon. Shopping, dining and visits to many first-class attractions await.

Make a day of it, spending your morning cruising to Astoria at the 17th Street dock, complete with narration of the sights of the lower Columbia, walking through Astoria through the afternoon and returning to Portland that afternoon.

View an interactive map of the Astoria Cruise route.

Show upcoming Outragoues Jetboat Cruises
Thursdays and Saturdays, July-September

Departing Portland at 9:00am, arriving in Astoria at Noon
Departing Astoria at 4:00pm, arriving in Portland at 7:00pm

Adults $78
Seniors $73
Kids (4-12) $73
Passengers must be 40" tall to ride the Outrageous.


Meals and beverages are available for advance purchase. Limited snack and beverage service is available for purchase on board.
Fees apply for bike stowage and additional luggage

Outrageous Jetboat
Columbia Gorge and Bonneville Dam Cruise

Portland’s skyline unfolds into the natural beauty of Multnomah Falls and the Columbia River Gorge, with historic account of the Lewis & Clark expedition and other fascinating stories of the “Great River of the West.”

Fast and comfortable, the Outrageous is the best way to see the Columbia River.


View an interactive map of the Columbia Gorge Cruise route.

Show upcoming Outrageous Jetboat Cruises
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, July-September
Boarding at 10:45am, cruising 11:00am-3:00pm

Adults $62
Seniors $57
Kids $57
Passengers must be 42" tall to ride the Outrageous.
Meals and beverages are available for advance purchase. Limited snack and beverage service is available for purchase on board.
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