High-Speed Jet Boat Tours on the Willamette & Columbia

Willamette Jetboat Excursions — Jet Boat Tours in Portland, Oregon

Rapid, Scenic River Adventures on the Willamette & Columbia

Willamette Jetboat Excursions specializes in high-speed jet boat tours on the Willamette River and Columbia River near Portland. Popular trips include the 30 Minute Quick and Scenic Excursion, 1-Hour Ships, Bridges & Waterfront Tour, 90 Minutes to the Columbia, the 2-Hour Willamette Falls experience, and the 3-Hour Lunch Tour on the Columbia with a stop at The Deck floating restaurant. These tours deliver a mix of history, wildlife viewing, waterfront sightseeing, and adrenaline.

Why choose a jet boat tour?

• Fast-paced fun: Jet boats provide thrilling spins, splashes, and high-speed river navigation.
• Scenic landmarks: See Willamette Falls, Swan Island shipyards, iconic Portland bridges, and distant views of Mount St. Helens on clear days.
• Variety of durations: Options range from short 30-minute rides for quick outings to multi-hour excursions with a lunch stop.

Signature Tours and Highlights

• 30-Minute Quick and Scenic Excursion — Ideal for a fast, exciting introduction to Portland’s waterfront.
• 60-Minute Ships, Bridges & Waterfront Tour — Covers Swan Island, shipyards, and the bridges that define Bridge City over a scenic 15-mile route.
• 90-Minute River Adventure — Explore up to 30 miles of riverfront and enjoy varied waterfront vistas and mountain views.
• 2-Hour Willamette Falls Experience — Combines natural history, eagle sightings, and impressive falls viewing with skilled pilot maneuvers.
• 3-Hour Lunch Tour on the Columbia — A relaxing 40-mile journey with a stop for lunch at The Deck, a floating restaurant.

Family-friendly and memorable

These jet boat tours work well for families, groups, and visitors seeking a unique Portland activity. Tours blend storytelling about local maritime history with wildlife spotting—especially bald eagles—and dramatic river scenery.

Booking and Practical Info

• Best for: Adventure seekers, photographers, families, and groups.
• What to expect: Comfortable seating, expert pilots, narrated routes, and variable pacing from adrenaline to relaxed sightseeing.
• Scenery to watch for: Willamette Falls, Swan Island shipyards, Portland’s bridges, and Mount St. Helens on clear days.

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For anyone looking for a high-energy river experience or a scenic lunch cruise near Portland, these jet boat tours offer a compelling mix of speed, scenery, and local story-driven guiding. Reserve early — popular times fill fast.