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Scovare Expeditions Inc

Boat tour agency · Portland, OR

5.0 ★★★★★ 144 Google reviews · 24 photos
99%five-star reviews
88%reviews answered by the owner
Sep 2026latest review

Scovare Expeditions Inc at a glance

Google reviewers rate Scovare Expeditions Inc five stars based on 144 reviews, highlighting friendly crews, well-maintained vessels, and knowledgeable guidance regarding local history and geography. Customers frequently describe the boats as spacious and clean, suitable for private events or casual sailing on the Columbia and Willamette Rivers. While most feedback is positive, one lower-rated review noted that seating arrangements could be difficult for older passengers when the boat was near capacity, despite appreciating the company's prompt communication and easy booking process.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 144 reviews (99% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 144 Google reviews (127 with written comments, 30 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 88% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: September 21, 2026.
  • Service: Travel Agency serving Portland, Oregon.

Data from Google, last updated November 2, 2026.

Star ratings

144 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars14299%
  • 4 stars11%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars11%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 127 written reviews

  • Praise9896%
  • Complaints44%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude4039%
  • Would recommend3231%
  • Quality & results1818%
  • Communication66%
  • Speed & response33%
  • Honesty & trust33%

What customers talk about

We read 127 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Such a warm and friendly crew and the boat is perfect for a casual bash!”
  • “Would recommend for anyone looking for a good time.”
    “Best of luck to them in their future ventures, however this is not what I know of the boating community and would not recommend.”
  • “Chris was our captain and so pleasant, great knowledge of the area and made this the perfect experience .”
  • “Shane's communication with reservations and answering questions was prompt, which I appreciated.”
  • “It was BYOB which was ideal and a few of the boys even managed a quick swim in the river.”
  • “His energy, expertise, and genuine love for what he does made this trip one we’ll never forget.”

People customers mention

  • Chris 52 reviews
  • Shane 19 reviews
  • River 7 reviews
  • Willamette 6 reviews
  • Rose 4 reviews
  • Captain 4 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 144 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Team members customers mention
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Lani Rogers8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lani has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Such a warm and friendly crew and the boat is perfect for a casual bash! We easily fit 100+ people on board after the 42 rehearsal dinner cruise. Shane was very easy and fun to work with!

  • Tour duration: 3–4 hr
Grant Malone4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Grant has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The cruise was delightful, and Shane was a great captain and host.

  • Tour duration: 1–2 hr
Angela Walker7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Angela has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Shane and his crew are the best!!!! I’ve been sailing with him for over 20 years I can’t wait for the next adventure!!

Lori Rivetts5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lori has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

It was a beautiful experience. The captain is very nice and accommodating. The ship is very clean. The sunset was beautiful. Looking forward to sailing with this company again. Highly recommend!

Alan BLocal Guide · 848 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Alan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Captain Shane is as good as they come. Relaxing sunset cruise on the Columbia. Perfect evening.

Susan EarhartLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Susan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Captain Chris was great. Very knowledgeable about the Willamette River and entertaining. We enjoyed the 90 trip. Note; that although the boat was supposed to hold up to 12 passengers, we were a group of 9 and 3 people had to either sit down below or make their way to the front of the boat and sit on the cabin. Difficult for my friends who are in their 70's.

Sue StencelLocal Guide · 26 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sue has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We had the best time with Captain Shane and his crew. Gorgeous night with wind to fill the sails, we will be back!

  • Tour duration: 1–2 hr
Joslyn Hitter3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joslyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Absolutely wonderful experience

Happy MermaidLocal Guide · 47 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Happy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Spectacular Sunday Sail on the Schooner Rose! Sailing on a beautiful tall ship on the majestic Columbia River? What's not to love?! This is an epic sail on an eye-catching ship and I will be doing this often. You can bring your own drinks and treats aboard! The water was rough but the boat was solidly smooth. WE LOVED IT!

Bob StrongLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Bob has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Captain Shane said, "Come sail with us on the Rose for a sunset cruise this Sunday and I guarantee a trip you'll long remember." He didn't let us down. Forty-three people took him up on his offer and the joy aboard the boat was palpable. Many brought a libation, some brought food as well, but neither was necessary to make this cruise memorable.

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