Canyoning in Madeira
Got a sense of adventure? If so come canyoning in Madeira!
What is Canyoning?
When you go canyoning you will find yourself abseiling (rappelling) through canyons, down waterfalls, walking over narrow, winding gorges, jumping down and across, swimming through clear natural pools and crossing waterfalls using ropes and mountaineering equipments.
Canyoning in Madeira
Madeira’s subtropical climate and a landscape carved out by volcanoes in centuries past make it a top destination for canyoning. The scenery is stunning and canyoning is an exhilarating way to discover normally inaccessible parts of the island.
We offer a variety of canyoning trips tailored to the needs of beginners or more experienced groups. Our trips last from five hours to several days and accommodation can be arranged. Our specialist guides are all experienced and qualified and will provide all the necessary equipment and instruction. Each trip starts with a detailed briefing.
Who can go canyoning?
Anyone can go canyoning as long as they’re adventurous, can swim, have some experience of abseiling and enjoy getting wet and dirty! You should bring your swim suit or trunks and sports shoes.
Some of our canyoning trips
Here are some examples of the trips we offer. Please contact us for more information about canyoning in Madeira or to choose the right trip for you.
Ribeira do Alecrim
This challenge within Madeira’s Laurel forest starts at the source of the Ribeira (stream) do Alecrim. It includes 16 technical descents requiring rope work (rappels or abseils), technical down-climbing, technical jumps and technical swims, the highest descent is 25 metres.
Ribeira das Cales I
An adventure within the Ecological Park of Funchal. It includes 6 technical descents requiring ropework (rappels or abseils), technical down-climbing, technical jumps and technical swims, the highest descent is 15 metres.
Ribeiro do Poço do Bezerro
A challenging canyoning trip within the Laurel forest, along the the Ribeiro do Poço do Bezerro. This trip includes 23 technical descents requiring ropework (rappels or abseils), technical down-climbing, technical jumps and technical swims, the highest descent is 18 metres.
Ribeiro Frio
Explore the Ribeiro Frio within the Laurel forest. This tour includes 6 technical descents, those that require ropework (rappels or abseils), technical down-climbing, technical jumps or technical swims, the highest descent is 18 metres.
These canyoning trips are available everyday, all year round. They last for 5 hours and the price per person is 60€ with a minimum of 3 people in the group. This includes an experienced guide, equipment and insurance
Thank-you for your interest in canyoning in Madeira. We hope to see you soon
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Madeira canyoning photographs copyright:Duarte Silva
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