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Afternoon Half-Day Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour from Portland

Recommended by 96% of travelers
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Portland, USA
High interest
Booked 2 times today.
  • 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.8
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· Kelly_R ·
Jul 2026
Personable tour guide Rob made all guests feel welcome and comfortable. His local history story telling was enjoyable and comprehensive. The trip to the falls was smooth and Rob made all of the stops fun, interesting and hassle free. It makes all the difference to have a great guide like Rob create a memorable experience!
· Nikia_D ·
Sep 2026
It was the perfect tour and our guide Jon was so impressive. Loved every moment! Will do again when I revisit.

Overview

Escape the city for an afternoon exploring some of greater Portland's most scenic falls. Travel along the Columbia River Gorge, home to the largest concentration of waterfalls in the country, stopping at the epic Latourell Falls and Multnomah Falls. Enjoy panoramic views from the Crown Point Vista House and hear about the local legends and natural history of the area from your guide.
  • Explore Portland’s most spectacular waterfalls with a guide at your side
  • Head to viewing points for unmatched photo opportunities
  • Enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off for total convenience
  • Travel in a small group or upgrade for a private excursion

What's Included

  • Knowledgeable and Experienced Local Guide
  • Pick-up & Drop-off At Downtown Portland, Oregon Hotels
  • Transport by Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van
  • Bottled water
  • Government Fees
    Permit and parking fees for Multnomah Falls included during the permit season
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

IMPORTANT PICK-UP INFORMATION: Tour pick-ups start up to 45 minutes prior to the tour start time. The pick-up time you will be given depends on the location of the hotel you are staying at. When you book the tour, America's Hub World Tours will email you a ticket with your 15-minute pick-up window. At the beginning of the 15-minute pick-up window please stand at the hotel lobby doors and look for a Sprinter van. Your Tour Guide will arrive within the 15-minute pick-up window listed. Acknowledgement of Safety Briefing When boarding the vehicle and exiting the vehicle to use a three-point stand. Traffic and transportation safety: Pay special attention at intersections, use pedestrian crosswalks whenever possible and always wear a seat belt on tour vehicle. Health and Hydration: Tours can be physically demanding. Stay hydrated and carry any necessary medications; plan for breaks when needed. What to Do if Lost: If you get separated from the group, do not panic. Stop walking and wait right where you are. Call our tour company phone. For emergency call 911. Walking on Uneven Terrain: • Technique • Scan the path: Look ten feet ahead. Do not just look at your feet. • Short steps: Take small, slow steps. • Flat feet: Place your whole foot down. Do not just walk on your toes or heels. • Go slow uphill & downhill Safety & Hazards • Watch for water: Wet rocks, moss, and mud are very slick. Walk around them if you can. • Never run: Speed causes trips and twisted ankles. Snow & Ice: • Don’t cross in front of snow removal equipment (snow blowers, plows, etc.). It’s safer to cross behind. • Observe extreme caution when entering and exiting vehicles. Warm soles on compact snow/ice increase the risk of slip/falls. Use the vehicle for support. • Watch out for black ice, wet floors/stairways and overhead/ falling hazards (icicles or snow/ice on sloping roofs and in trees). • Never attempt to drive or walk on carpet, tile, stone, or ceramic surfaces while wearing Yaktrax. Take them off before driving or entering a building! Plants and Animals: Do not touch any plants or animals. Touching them is dangerous for you and for them. Animals carry germs and diseases. Plants can cause rashes or allergic reactions. • Do not approach or follow wildlife for a “better look.” • Observe wildlife from a distance so they are not scared or forced to flee. • You are too close if your presence or actions cause wildlife to alter their normal habits. Water: Never drink raw mountain water. Even clear streams hide dangerous bacteria, viruses, and parasites like Giardia. Animals use the water upstream, and you cannot see germs. Drinking raw water can cause severe diarrhea, vomiting, and dehydration. Always keep your valuables with you. We are not responsible for any loss of personal items

Start time
.2:00 pm

Itinerary

Columbia River Gorge (Pass By)

1

Vista House

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Latourell Falls

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Multnomah Falls

25 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

4

Horsetail Falls- Columbia River Gorge

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • All southbound lanes of Interstate 5 through the Rose Quarter in Portland will close completely 24/7 starting at 10 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2026, for up to five weeks. Due to the traffic delays this may cause, the tour could last up to one hour longer.
  • Child Safety Seat Law Child passengers must be restrained in child safety seats until they weigh forty pounds or reach the upper weight limit for the car seat in use. Infants must ride rear-facing until they reach two years of age unless the child turned age one prior to May 26, 2017.
  • Booster Seat Law Children over forty pounds or who have reached the upper weight limit for their forward-facing car seat must use a child seat with harness or a booster to 4'9" tall or age eight and the adult belt fits correctly.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • This tour is operated in a Sprinter van. This is not a boat tour.
  • This tour does operate in rainy weather.
  • America’s Hub World Tour’s works in collaboration with Oregon Tour Experts. All pickups are made via Oregon Tour Expert’s transportation and tour guiding company.
  • All guests will be required to sign an acknowledgement of the Safety Briefing that will be given at the start of the tour.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

RS_B
John, our guide, was very informative. Answered all our questions. Loved the waterfalls. John had a wonderful positive attitude. We recommend the private tour as it allows a more personal experience. You can choose how much walking you do at each stop. You still see amazing views whether you walk closer to the falls or stay back.

Reviews

4.8
based on 513 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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It was a very enjoyable...

Jane_A, Sep 2026
It was a very enjoyable afternoon. The scenery is stunning - well worth a trip. Our guide Phoebe was great!

Perfect Tour

Nikia_D, Sep 2026
It was the perfect tour and our guide Jon was so impressive. Loved every moment! Will do again when I revisit.

Response from Host, Sep 2026

We're thrilled you had an unforgettable tour and appreciated our service; we invite you to join us again!

2026 PNW trip

beth_m, Aug 2026
Great tour! Lots of info and insights you wouldn’t know on your own. Rob was awesome! He was very informative!!

Response from Host, Sep 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience; we’re thrilled it was positive and would love to invite you on another tour!

Great tour!

Sandy_L, Aug 2026
This was a great tour We visited several waterfalls. Our tour guide John was exceptional. He was very knowledgeable and personable. We would definitely do this tour again.

Response from Host, Aug 2026

We're so glad you had a great tour and valued our efforts to make it unique; we'd love to have you on another tour!

Great day trip!

Hank_H, Aug 2026
Gunnar, our guide, was awesome. He had a great, friendly, outgoing personality which made the trip very comfortable.

Response from Host, Aug 2026

We're thrilled you loved the tour and recognized our efforts to excel; please join us for another tour soon!

Personable tour guide Rob...

Kelly_R, Jul 2026
Personable tour guide Rob made all guests feel welcome and comfortable. His local history story telling was enjoyable and comprehensive. The trip to the falls was smooth and Rob made all of the stops fun, interesting and hassle free. It makes all the difference to have a great guide like Rob create a memorable experience!

Response from Host, Aug 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience; we’re thrilled it was positive and would love to see you on another tour!

Excellent 1/2 day trip. Beautiful scenery and great guide.

Stephen_W, Jul 2026
Our guide did an excellent job of giving us the history and features of the falls and the Columbia gorge. The effort required on this outing was moderate and comfortable. I would recommend this outing to see a beautiful natural area so close to Portland

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you for your positive review; we're pleased you enjoyed every moment and hope you'll join us again!

Pleased!

LOREN_H, Jul 2026
Awesome trip! Very Scenic, and our guide, Rob, was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and personable. Pick up and drop off at my hotel was very convenient.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

We're so glad you had a great tour and valued our efforts to make it unique; we'd love to have you on another tour!

Beautiful scenery

Rachel_H, Jul 2026
This was a great way to see some beautiful scenery around Portland in just an afternoon. Our guide was knowledgeable, funny and friendly.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

We're glad you enjoyed the tour and our efforts to make it special; consider joining us for another adventure!

Dinner is our tour driver...

Rebecca_Y, Jul 2026
Gunner is our tour driver and he is the best. He has lots of stories to share with us along the drive.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

We're thrilled you had an unforgettable tour and appreciated our service; we invite you to join us again!

What a wonderful...

Emma_G, Jun 2026
What a wonderful experience. Had fun learning about Portland and the surrounding areas. The waterfalls/cascaded were beautiful!!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Your positive review brightens our day; thank you for sharing, and consider joining us on another tour!

Best waterfall tour!!

Andrea_M, Jun 2026
Jay was excellent! Friendly and knowledgeable! Glad I went on this tour!! Every stop he had history to impart! Loved it!!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

We greatly appreciate your fantastic review! We're delighted you loved your experience and look forward to seeing you on another journey soon.

My brother and I booked...

Chris_A, Jun 2026
My brother and I booked this tour last min and we were so glad we did! Rob is a great host and gave such a thorough history about Oregon and all of the waterfalls we would be stopping to see. It’s a halfday tour but it went by so fast. We’re lucky the weather cooperated that day so that we had a better time exploring. Definitely recommend this tour to anyone wanting to get a glimpse of the iconic waterfalls and useful travel tips/trivia from Rob.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Your positive feedback makes our day; thank you for recognizing our efforts, and we invite you to embark on another tour with us!

Fantastic tour

BLANCA_G, May 2026
Terrific tour! Punctual and welcoming pick up. Smooth transition between sites. Informative, friendly, beautiful sites. Jay was an incredible tour guide. Highly recommend.

Response from Host, May 2026

We're thrilled to learn that you enjoyed the tour, thank you!

Highly Recommend

Melissa_B, May 2026
This was a wonderful tour! We had such a great time. The waterfalls were amazing and our driver was very knowledgeable, informative & pleasant.

Response from Host, May 2026

Your feedback is greatly valued; thank you!

Great Portland Tour

Dominique_H, Apr 2026
Rob was great! He was very knowledgeable about the area. He went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time and that we were safe.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for taking the time to share your rating with us!

This was an amazing tour...

Alexes_m, Apr 2026
This was an amazing tour ! Rob was an immaculate tour guide . He was very knowledgeable and friendly . I would highly recommend this tour . Make sure you request , Rob.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for your wonderful feedback; it truly means a lot to us!

I highly recommend it! ...

Irene_L, Apr 2026
I highly recommend it! I’ve had an amazing time visiting Portland for the first time. The duration of the tour was just nice, I don’t feel rushed in a group tour. Gunner, our tour guide/driver was very knowledgeable, amazing story teller, and was very helpful! Not only did I enjoyed the sightseeing, I’ve also learnt a fair bit of history about Portland and the food scene! Thanks for the fun experience!

Response from Host, May 2026

We're thankful for your positive review, thank you!

Falls and All

Nancy_T, Apr 2026
This trip is NOT one to be missed!!! Our guide, Rob, was VERY knowledgable and fun to be around! The falls were beautiful! GREAT TRIP!

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your rating!

Amazing

Donnette_G, Nov 2025
Amazing breathtaking tour. The weather didn’t want to cooperate but breathtaking views of the falls nonetheless. Thanks Jay for making this experience memorable.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you for taking the time to share your rating with us!

Some hiking involved.The...

Craig_L, Oct 2025
Some hiking involved.The guide was very informative. The scenery was beautiful. I would do it again.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Your feedback is greatly valued; thank you!

Do go chasing waterfalls!

RS_B, Oct 2025
John, our guide, was very informative. Answered all our questions. Loved the waterfalls. John had a wonderful positive attitude. We recommend the private tour as it allows a more personal experience. You can choose how much walking you do at each stop. You still see amazing views whether you walk closer to the falls or stay back.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you for the encouraging rating!

The Falls Tour

David_M, Oct 2025
It was ok. Little rushed. First time to tour, was 5 minutes late at our first stop and was reprimanded like I was a 10 year old. Set a negative vibe with me for the rest of tour, next time emphasize the importance of being on time and not just say be back by a certain time. We didn’t know you had another tour and pressed for time.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you for the feedback. It is very important to return on time from each stop, because if you do not you are taking time away from your fellow tour guests at the next stops. There were 9 other people on the tour and they were all waiting on you to return to the van, because they all returned on time. If you want to return to the van at a time you choose, then a private tour may be better for you.

Beautiful fall colors and waterfalls

Juli_W, Oct 2025
Fabulous four hour trip enjoying waterfalls and fall foliage. Driver Garrett was fantastic. Super helpful and very personable. Learned so much about the Gorge area. I went solo and had such a nice group to visit with all afternoon.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

We're thrilled to know you enjoyed the tour; thank you!

A Great Afternoon

John_W, Sep 2025
We were picked up on time by Gunnar who was very knowledgeable and informative and polite and fun. He was such a wealth of information, not only about all the falls we visited, but of Portland history, too.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Your rating brightened our day; thank you!

Great guide. John was...

Linda_B, Sep 2025
Great guide. John was very knowledgeable and friendly. We have him all to ourselves and he was excellent

Response from Host, Sep 2025

It's wonderful to know you were satisfied, thank you!

John was amazing

mario_c, Sep 2025
John was amazing ! Great tour guide , very knowledgeable, great vibes ! We learned so much of the history of Portland and the River Gorge

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Your rating brightened our day, thank you!

Three hours of WOW!

Maureen_C, Aug 2025
Perfect three hours, got directly to the falls, no wasted time, lots of info for the region. Pick up and drop off was right to our hotel, awesome!

Response from Host, Sep 2025

We’re delighted to hear you had a great time on your tour. We hope to see you again in the future!

A MUST for those new to the area!

Trena_S, Aug 2025
Excellent half day tour if you don't have time to see as much as you like, this tour packs in a lot in a short time! And you don't have to drive so you can really look at all the views. I would say this is a MUST for people who've never been to this area before.

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you for your support and feedback, it's invaluable!

Great experience and the...

Steven_A, Aug 2025
Great experience and the guide was very knowledgeable. He educated us about the waterfalls and various stops as well as other information and history about the city of Portland.

Response from Host, Aug 2025

It's wonderful to know you were satisfied, thank you!
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