Columbia River Gorge Waterval Tour vanuit Portland
Beschrijving
Een half uur ten oosten van Portland vindt u het Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, Multnomah Falls en enkele van de mooiste uitzichten van het land; wolkenkrabberkliffen, groene regenwouden en majestueuze watervallen. Tijdens de laatste ijstijd vond een catastrofale gebeurtenis plaats die een blijvend monument achterliet langs het pad van de machtige Columbia River. Een grote overstroming schoor het land weg, waardoor stenen kliffen en watervallen achterbleven die de wereldberoemde “Columbia River Gorge” vormen. Bekijk de majesteit vanaf het Vista House bovenop 800 voet steile rotskliffen, zie Multnomah Falls, de op een na hoogste waterval van het land, en wees getuige van de vrij vallende pracht van Latourell Falls. In de herfst kunt u zalm zien paaien in Multnomah Creek. Sluit je aan bij ons kleine familiebedrijf en geniet van watervallen, regenwouden en vulkanische rotsformaties op minder dan 30 minuten buiten Portland. Een must-see reis tijdens een bezoek aan Oregon.
Rondreisopties
Reisroute
We zullen door de Columbia River Gorge reizen en onderweg verschillende uitzichtpunten en watervallen bezoeken!
We zullen de langste en meest bekende waterval van Oregon bezoeken. Deze locatie heeft een rustruimte en bezoekerscentrum met een cadeauwinkel.
Een van de vele watervallen die u tijdens onze rit zult zien.
Een van de vele watervallen op onze tour, Latourell Falls is een unieke en prachtige val in 'plunge'-stijl die een goed voorbeeld is van vulkanische basaltformaties.
Dit is een prachtige rustplaats en bezoekerscentrum heeft een adembenemend uitzicht op de Columbia River Gorge en een cadeauwinkel.
Een korte stop bij een mooi watervalletje dat onder een oude brug doorloopt met een mooi uitzicht.
Hoogtepunten
Wat is inbegrepen
Ophaallocaties en -tijden
We halen op bij elk hotel in het centrum van Portland of bij Pioneer Courthouse Square. Als u rijdt en op zoek bent naar gratis parkeren op straat, raden we u aan om af te spreken bij de Grand Central Bakery op SE Hawthorne Boulevard. Het is in een goede buurt en zo dicht bij het centrum dat je kunt krijgen zonder te betalen voor parkeren.
Beoordelingen van reizigers
Belangrijke informatie
- Baby's en kleine kinderen kunnen in een wandel- of kinderwagen mee
- Hulpdieren toegestaan
- Opties voor openbaar vervoer zijn in de buurt aanwezig
- Geschikt voor alle condities
- Maximaal 14 personen per boeking
Beoordelingen(344)
If you're even thinking about taking the Columbia River Gorge Waterfall Tour from Portland... stop thinking and book it! First, let's talk about our guide, Peter. I'm convinced he doesn't just know the Columbia River Gorge. He's on a first name basis with every tree, rock, waterfall, and probably a few squirrels too. Born and raised in the Portland area, his knowledge of the region was absolutely incredible. Every mile of the drive came with fascinating stories, local history, and fun facts that had us saying, "Wait... really?!" more times than I can count. The waterfalls? Absolutely breathtaking. Peter knew exactly where to stop, what to point out, and how to make each location feel special. Every stop was postcard worthy. Now for the part that really impressed me. I managed to become spectacularly sunburned (my own fault), and Peter genuinely looked out for me the rest of the tour, making sure I stayed in the shade whenever possible. That level of kindness isn't something you can teach. It's just who he is. The company itself is family owned by a father and son team, and it truly shows. Everyone we encountered cared about giving guests an unforgettable experience instead of making us feel like just another group on a bus. You can tell they love what they do, and that passion carries through every part of the tour. One tip for future guests: bring your own water, especially on warm days. You'll be glad you did while exploring the beautiful waterfalls and scenic stops. Peter, thank you for making our day unforgettable. You gave us stunning views, incredible history lessons, plenty of laughs, and somehow managed to keep me from turning into a human lobster. That's talent! If you want to see the Columbia River Gorge the right way, this is the tour to take. Ask for Peter if you can. You'll leave feeling like you've just toured the Gorge with your funniest, smartest friend.
Peter was an excellent guide. He was very knowledgeable about the area, including history and plant life, and he shared information in an interactive way. He clearly loves his job. He tailored the trip to the group. Waterfalls and vistas were amazing.
I’d highly recommend this experiment if you want a half-day signature tour of the best waterfalls around Portland! Peter is also extremely knowledgeable about Portland history and all the small tips about wildlife. Love it!
Amazing tour. Enjoyed myself even as I was struggling through allergies - Peter provided us with so much information about local flora, fauna and history!
Peter delivered a great tour of the beautiful falls of the Gorge. He is knowledgeable about the falls and shares it with you. The bonus is his knowledge of the flora and fauna of the area. We even got to see a trio of peregrine falcons battling in the air over a fish one had caught.
Don't miss this tour if you're visiting the area! The views are spectacular and pictures simply do not do it justice! Peter is a wonderful tour guide and his love of the area is apparent in his knowledge of the history and foliage.
Our tour guide, Peter was friendly and very informative! He provided the history of the area, info about the falls, and fun facts about the plants and foliage. He gave us ample time to experience each waterfall. He provided us with information at each stop. It was an easy and fun day!!!
Oregon Tour Co. is a wonderful father‑and‑son operation, and we had the pleasure of touring with Peter, the son. He was outstanding. His knowledge of Portland, its history, the surrounding region, and the many waterfalls along the Columbia River Gorge made the entire experience both fascinating and memorable. We thoroughly enjoyed every moment of the tour, and the beautiful weather made it even better. If you’re visiting Portland and want to explore the area’s waterfalls, I highly and wholeheartedly recommend Oregon Tour Co. Thank you, Peter, for the exceptional experience. If you have the time, consider booking the full‑day tour. Our half‑day tour was excellent, but I’m confident that Peter and his father could share even more insight during a full‑day adventure. Thank you, Oregon Tour Co.—we wish you continued success.
Peter, our guide, is a great … friendly, highly knowledgeable, and humorous. Our best guide to date. The tour was also fantastic. It was a little wet but that did not stopped us from appreciating God’s handiwork. Will take this tour again if we came this way in the future.
Peter was an excellent guide. He shared his wealth of knowledge about the geography, plant life, geology, history of the area, and other interesting information while driving safely, walking with us, and observing nature. The tour exceeded my expectations!
