2-Hour Wildlife Cruise on the Willamette River
Spot river wildlife on a private Portland cruise
Duration
2 hours
Ideal For
Up to 6 people
Includes
Captain, wildlife guide, coffee
Highlights
Explore the Willamette River’s natural areas on a private cruise with your group. Look for wildlife while learning about river history, restoration, and film locations along the way.
- Scan the riverbanks for bald eagles, osprey, herons, deer, otters, beavers, and turtles
- Cruise around the Ross Island natural area and toward Elk Rock Island
- Discover historic landmarks, movie locations, and old film props along the river
- Bring your own snacks, drinks, wine, or hors d’oeuvres
- Bring a well-behaved dog at no extra charge
What's Included
- Boat captain and river guide
- Life jackets
- Covered boat
- Heated and Pendleton cover blankets
- Nature-spotting pamphlets
- Shared binoculars
Important details
- Arrive at the boat dock 5 minutes before departure
- Expect a short, mostly level walk to the dock; dock and marine surfaces may be uneven
- Use restroom facilities before boarding, as there is no restroom on the boat
Cancellation Policy
Refund if canceled at least 48 hours before departure. No refunds for tours booked within 24 hours of departure. Cruises operate rain or shine.
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FAQs
Yes. All cruises are bring your own food and drinks. You can bring your own snacks, wine, hors d’oeuvres, and coffee.
Yes. Bring a well-behaved dog along—there’s no charge.
No, there are no bathrooms on the boat. When possible, the captain can make a pit stop at a dock with a restroom.
Meeting details
Willamette Park boat dock, 6500 S. Macadam Ave., Portland, OR 97219
