Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls & Mt Hood Tour from Portland, OR
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
Follow the path of an ancient riverbed, carved by the last Ice Age, past the Bridge of the Gods, and explore the Windsurfing Capital of the World. In the afternoon, traverse Oregon’s fertile fruit valley on the way to the alpine top of a volcano, which boasts a title as the world’s 2nd most summited mountain in the world. Come along on this whirlwind journey to experience a selection of Oregon’s wonders.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A maximum of 12 people per booking
Dress in layers as you travel though varied climates
What To Expect
Director Park
Our central meeting location and pick up point! A beautiful, urban park in the middle of Downtown Portland.
Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
We will depart downtown Portland and head east along the Columbia River to Troutdale, known as the Gateway to the Gorge! We will join the beautiful Historic Columbia River Highway, the first planned scenic roadway in the United States.
Options
Columbia Gorge and Mt Hood
Follow the path of an ancient riverbed, carved by the last Ice Age, past the Bridge of the Gods, and sample craft beers in the Windsurfing Capitol of the World.
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water
Knowledgeable, local and friendly guide
Transportation in a premium, high-roofed passenger van
Live commentary throughout the tour
Lunch
Gratuity (we recommend 20% for your guide, if you enjoyed the tour)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
616 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great way to start our Portland visit!
lynmX1528TL,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Norther was an amazing guide. She has a wealth of knowledge. We learned so much about the waterfalls, volcanoes, trees, rivers and the city of Portland. The van was clean and comfortable. Water was provided and Norther even had phone charging cords. Although I loved everything, I think my favorite waterfall was Shepperd’s Dell. It’s a place that you might just drive by if you didn’t have the benefit of a guide. It’s a smaller falls but easily accessible. It didn’t have big crowds when we went so it felt almost like a private moment. There was something about the way this water cascaded that I found very satisfying and calming. I highly recommend this tour. It was the perfect way to start our visit to Portland!
Perfect Day. Perfect Tour.
Jalisa R,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Andy was the best tour guide! He is a manager that filled in for a guide. I am glad that he was the filler because we had an excellent experience. He was very knowledgeable and there were no dull moments. I learned so much on this tour. The destinations were beautiful and I have great pictures and memories. I highly recommend this tour and I recommend requesting Andy to come out of the office.
Thanks Andy
Gabriel O,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Informative tour guide and considerate itinerary. We saw several waterfalls and checked out Mt. Hood.
Great experience!
rebelees,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing experience. The waterfalls were breathtaking. Nichole was a great guide. Several of us had been on the coastal tour the day before so that was fun to get to spend time with them again. The coastal tour was more strenuous than this one. We thought it would be the opposite. Nichole even allowed us to make a stop that someone suggested and that was cool. Highly recommend!
Less than stellar experience
Manuel R,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00The tour guide didn’t over the lively and inviting experience that was advertised. At the end of the tour we were strong armed into tipping, he did not allow us to leave until we gave him 30 dollars
Not up to Scratch!!
U3832SYlesleys,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Definitely not a luxury vehicle, not enough leg room. The sound was not good, the one speakers at the back was not working. The air was blowing out of one vent at the back instead or two. The tour guy on the whole was fair only he made 9 of us wait 10 min for a customer, and assumed we would be okay with it, which we where not. He then informed us, he was going to collect her at her home which he did . making our tour begin 35 min late. On the way home. a 2 hr plus drive, in peak traffic, he wouldn't stop for a rest room break even though it was requested. Totally unacceptable!
Great nature sight seeing for the non-outdoorsy
Joanna G,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00No need for any hiking gear/shoes; just comfortable layers for cooler morning stops and sun protection. Friendly tour guides knowledgeably answered questions without forcing factoids down your throat. Comfortable van, plenty of restroom breaks, beautiful views, cold water, smooth trip all around.
My one day trip to the Gorge with Dave.
James P,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It's a great way to explore the Columbia Gorge scenic area and Mount Hood if you've never visited there.
It was very good trip, I...
Ravishankar K,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was very good trip, I recommend to everyone. The guide was very insightful, The experience is top-notch
Great tour, hard to do on your own
DorisF400,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent tour. Mark, our tour guide, was extremely knowledgeable and told fun and interesting facts throughout the day. Mount Hood was covered with clouds much of the day. He went out of his way to find the best views for us. At lunch he drove by different places, making recommendations. He worked hard to make sure everyone enjoyed the tour.
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