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Madeira Canyoning Adventure: Europe's Top Spot
5.0
1,135 Ratings
Funchal
Madeira Island offers outstanding conditions for canyoning due to its distinctive geological, climatic, hydrological, and natural characteristics. It is acknowledged by canyoning experts as one of the premier locations in Europe, providing unmatched adventure experiences.
Madeira Island offers outstanding conditions for canyoning due to its distinctive geological, climatic, hydrological, and natural characteristics. It is acknowledged by canyoning experts as one of the premier locations in Europe, providing unmatched adventure experiences.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Ribeira das Cales-Zona 39 - Explore one of Madeira’s premier canyoning adventures.
Safe, enjoyable, and ideal for novices, this canyoning experience is designed for those seeking their first encounter with the activity. It features an easy and accessible path, lasting between 2 to 2.5 hours.
Situated in the central southern region of the island,…
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Ribeira das Cales-Zona 39 - Explore one of Madeira’s premier canyoning adventures.
Safe, enjoyable, and ideal for novices, this canyoning experience is designed for those seeking their first encounter with the activity. It features an easy and accessible path, lasting between 2 to 2.5 hours.
Situated in the central southern region of the island, within the “Parque Ecológico do Funchal,” this canyoning journey provides an exhilarating yet beginner-friendly experience.
Throughout the route, participants will tackle natural obstacles, including four rappels, with the highest being 12 meters. These rappels are enhanced by jumps into small natural pools and exciting toboggans, ensuring an unforgettable adventure.
The entire experience, including transportation, takes approximately 5 hours.
What's Included
- 1 small bottle Water and a Kitkat chocolate
- Hotel pickup and drop-off, Funchal and Caniço
- Certificated equipment
- VadeRetro neoprene suit
- Photos of the tour for free
- Adidas Canyoning Boots
- Port pickup and drop-off
- 2 Professional guides
- 1 small bottle Water and a Kitkat chocolate
- Hotel pickup and drop-off, Funchal and Caniço
- Certificated equipment
- VadeRetro neoprene suit
- Photos of the tour for free
- Adidas Canyoning Boots
- Port pickup and drop-off
- 2 Professional guides
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks (except snack provided)
- Food and drinks (except snack provided)
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Please advise of each traveler’s shoe size in the special requirements box at the time of…
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Please advise of each traveler’s shoe size in the special requirements box at the time of booking
- Minimum of height 1,33 meters Maximum height 2,00 meters
- Minimum weight 30 kgs Maximum weight 110 kgs
- The tour takes 2h30, but with the pick- up and drop of gives a total of 5h/5h30
- Minimum of age 10 years old
- A maximum of 10 people per booking
Location
O Barracão bar & restaurant
When you arrive at the main gate of Parque Ecológico do Funchal, follow the signs to "Barracão Bar." You’ll come across a dirt road that is easy to navigate and safe, leading you to a large parking area.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Lizzydripping77
Feb 26, 2026
Incredible must do experience - Incredible experience! Our first time canyoning, the guides were so professional, fun and kind, we were in great hands! It was a small group and we all had so much fun. We definitely recommend
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Joseph_m
Feb 20, 2026
Went with 11 year old, 15... - Went with 11 year old, 15 year old and 45 year old and all loved it. Also good service when I contacted them with a query before the activity.
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Laavanya_d
Jan 3, 2026
What an amazing... - What an amazing experience! Canyoning for the first time in a scenic spot with the expert guidance from Pedro and his team has been a fantastic experience! I would certainly do it again. Such a caring and skillful guidance with such kindness by the team to celebrate a participant's birthday with a cake was touching! Thanks to Pedro and his team. Looking forward to the photographs taken during canyoning!
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Annesophie_d
Nov 19, 2025
We LOVED the experience,... - We LOVED the experience, it is a great way to explore Madeira differently! Pedro was an amazing guide and made everyone feel safe! We strongly recommend :)
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Patrik
Nov 5, 2025
Recommended 💯 - Amazing experience, guys are professional and friendly at the same time. We did level 2 and the difficulty was okay. We enjoyed the experience and the beautiful views around ! Thanks
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Inge
Oct 16, 2025
Challenging, a bit cold, nice jumps - Good quality gear, nice route and funny and helpful staf, my kids (12 and 10y) really loved it!
We would definitely book this trip again.
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Viggy_t
Oct 13, 2025
Must do in Madeira! - Amazing group activity! Lot of fun & very safe. Approximately 2 hours. Instructors very good and helpful.
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Vic_h
Oct 5, 2025
Best experience - What an amazing experience! Such a professional and approachable response from start to finish, and beyond! The organisation was great. The canyonning was brilliant, we loved it all. Challenging at times but every step of the way we were encouraged and supported by our amazing instructors. We came away accelerated. Such an amazing experience I am so happy we did it and recommend. Thank you are the best x
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Janina_y
Oct 4, 2025
Most fun excursion we did in Madeira - One of the best things we did in Madeira! Canyoning was so much fun and the views were amazing. You get to walk in the river, jump to the natural pool, slide down natural slides and abseiling. The instructors were very skilled, patient and fun. The photos you get is also a nice touch and a great memory to look back on. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to do something fun and exciting in Madeira!
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Binesh
Sep 24, 2025
First adventurous activity - It was our first experience and it was best.we dont even know the swimming but the guide help us. They were supportive. Best adventurous trip
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