Madeira

15 Best Madeira Canyoning

Madeira’s canyoning scene runs from first-timer descents in Ribeira das Cales to full-day canyons for the hooked, and this list spans all of it. Entry-level routes need no experience; guides rig every abseil, and wetsuit, harness and helmet come included. The mountain water stays cold in any month, which is half the fun.

1.Canyoning Madeira Island – Level One

Navigate the untamed beauty of Madeira Island's canyons in Level One, where heart-pounding waterfalls and natural slides beckon adventurers seeking a thrilling escape.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Ronaldo and his friend are amazing and we loved their sense of humour. So experienced and knowledgeable. I loved every second of the experience and my daughter Oliwia who is 8 can't wait for another one. Thank you guys! Keep doing what you are doing…”

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2.Canyoning in Madeira Island

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking canyons of Madeira Island and get ready for an adventure that will leave you craving more.

★ 5.0

“Daniel was an amazing guide. I did not anticipate being as scared as I ended up being, and I completely lost it at the first waterfall. Daniel talked me through it and helped me all through this experience. By the end I felt confident and…”

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5.Beginner Canyoning Madeira

Experience Madeira's wild side with this beginner-friendly canyoning tour, including waterfalls, swimming pools, and stunning scenery for a safe adventure.

★ 5.0

“We had a great day canyoning in Madeira. It was the perfect adventure for our family (2 adults and 2 young teens). The guides were focused on safety and made sure that everyone felt comfortable. I highly recommend this experience!”

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8.Madeira Canyoning For Beginners Nun’s Valley Level 2

Experience Madeira’s stunning Nun’s Valley with a beginner-friendly canyoning tour featuring abseils, jumps, and scenic mountain views. Perfect for adventure seekers.

★ 4.9

“It was an awesome experience. I enjoyed every bits very much and the guides are very friendly and informative. They took amazing pictures and videos. It was our third canyoning but I was very hesitant as I had a bad fall and fractured my ankle…”

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10.Madeira: Intermediate (Level 2) Canyoning Experience

Experience Madeira’s stunning waterfalls and mountains with this guided intermediate canyoning tour, perfect for adventure seekers in search of authentic thrills.

★ 4.9

“We really liked our guides, Bernardo, Zack and Filipe. We've had a wonderful time. The activity contains a lot of waterfall, loved it 💕”

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12.From Funchal: Intermediate Canyoning Adventure (Level 2)

Experience Madeira’s natural beauty with an intermediate canyoning adventure from Funchal. Abseil waterfalls, slide streams, and enjoy expert guidance.

★ 4.9

“Our guides were super nice and made sure everybody had a fun time! Especially João has a lot of experience and gave great instructions! We went canyoning for the first time and really enjoyed level 2. Next time we’ll do level 3 for sure because…”

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13.Canyoning in Ribeira Das Cales

Discover the untamed beauty and heart-pounding challenges of canyoning in Ribeira Das Cales, where daring descents and breathtaking jumps await.

★ 5.0

“In the preparation they asked our waist and hip sizes, so the suits were good (dont have to try more suits). Its a pity we had to pay 5,- extra for the shoes. Make an all inclusive price. But that was only one minus. The…”

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14.Canyoning For All

Jump into the heart-pounding world of canyoning with 'Canyoning For All' and discover a thrilling adventure that will leave you craving for more.

★ 5.0

“Thoroughly enjoyed the canyoning today. Dan went through the safety aspects before we started and showed us what was required at each stage. He didn’t try rushing anyone and ensured we were happy to proceed to each stage. We only did the beginners course but…”

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15.Canyoning Madeira Island – Level Two

Brace yourself for an unforgettable adrenaline-fueled journey through the canyons of Madeira Island - Level Two, where breathtaking beauty and heart-pounding challenges await.

★ 5.0

“Was expecting this to be a little more challenging for a level two, but it was still lots of fun! The tour guides brought good energy and gave good instructions. I also liked the group that we were with, so we were lucky in that…”

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