This popular "coffee cruise" takes you towards downtown and around the scenic Ross Island natural area, offering ample opportunities to spot the river’s diverse wildlife. Keep an eye out for bald eagles, ospreys, blue herons, deer, turtles, otters, and beavers. During fishing season, you might even witness sea lions chasing salmon!

No matter the direction, the Willamette River is brimming with natural beauty and fascinating sights. As you cruise, you’ll also see historical landmarks, famous movie locations, and old movie props that have graced this picturesque area. This adventure combines the tranquility of nature with the excitement of wildlife sightings, making it a perfect outing for those who love the great outdoors.

Any restrictions to participate?

• Age: All age groups are welcome.
• Experience level: All levels are welcome.

Who can you accommodate for?

• Children: All participants must pay to participate, children included.
• Pets: No pets allowed.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

• Duration: 2 Hours
• What’s included:
  • Boat Captain
  • Wildlife Guide
  • Boat ride
  • Coffee
  • Life jacket
• Who will be present: You will have a guide (Captain Charles Arnell) with you at all times, with a maximum of 4 or 6 people in total on the boat.
• Spectators: No spectators are allowed, everyone must have a ticket/reservation.
• Photo/ video: You may take your own photos; photos are encouraged.

How to prepare?

• Weather dependency: Rain or shine, the experience will be running.
• Arrival: Plan to arrive a few minutes in advance.
• What to bring: All cruises are BYOB. You are welcome to bring your own food, wine, hors d’oeuvres, and coffee!
• Restrooms/ lockers/ changing rooms: No bathrooms on the boat, but there will be stops at docks with restrooms whenever possible.

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 14 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 48 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 48 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.