Madeira · CANYONING

Canyoning on Madeira: The 15 Best Descents

30 tours  ·  ★★★★★★★★★★ 5.0 average  ·  from $63

Wet ravines, short abseils and jumps you can decline. These 15 runs are graded level one to three; every price below includes the wetsuit, harness and helmet, and the guide ratios are the thing to read before you book.

Canyoning Madeira Island - Level One - Gear and safety gear checklist: wetsuit, helmet, shoes, and insurance
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Canyoning Madeira Island – Level One

1.Canyoning Madeira Island – Level One

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,362 reviews · from $80Our pick

Small-group Level One canyoning on Madeira with certified guides, waterfall rappels, slides and pool jumps, gear, pickup, and free photos.

“Martha was a babe Level one canyoning in Madeira was a great choice! We had a belter time. Causing havoc whilst under awesome supervision. Well looked after by our guides. Definitely do this is you want a challenge and a laugh!”

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Canyoning in Madeira Island- Level 1 - Your Action Plan: Four Rappels, Jumps, and Toboggans
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Canyoning in Madeira Island- Level 1

2.Canyoning in Madeira Island- Level 1

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,125 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $78

Beginner level canyoning in Madeira with hotel pickup, pro guides, four rappels up to 12m, jumps and slides, and free photos.

“Absolutely loved our adventure with Daniel and Ricciardo 😍 we had an amazing time, did some awesome abseiling and jumps and would 100% book again/recommend them to our friends who come travelling here!”

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From Funchal: Intermediate (Level 2) Canyoning Adventure - Level 2 canyoning: what “intermediate” really means here
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From Funchal: Intermediate (Level 2) Canyoning Adventure

3.Intermediate (Level 2) Canyoning Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,111 reviews · 4 hours · from $84

Intermediate Level 2 canyoning in Madeira with waterfall rappels, jumps, slides, and guided fun, plus pickup from Funchal and photos.

“Had a really fun filled few hours with two energetic and passionate guides. They made you feel safe and at ease with every jump, abseil or slide down the canyon. Pictures included and were sent on same night as activity. Lots to pick from and great quality. Highly recommend.”

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Madeira: Beginner Canyoning - Level 1 - From Funchal to the canyon: pickup, the van ride, and a scenic warm-up
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Madeira: Beginner Canyoning – Level 1

4.Beginner Canyoning – Level 1

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,072 reviews · 4 hours · from $74

Beginner canyoning in Madeira with hotel pickup, up to 10 m rappels, natural slides, and swims in pools, small groups.

“Thanks to two guides who were truly born to do this job, we had one of our best days in Madeira! As someone who’s scared of heights - and even deep water - I honestly had no idea how I would react or whether I’d enjoy it. But since we were already in Madeira, I convinced myself to give it a try… and I left saying “I’m SO glad I did!” The guides, the equipment, the explanations… everything was incredibly professional. You feel completely safe and can simply enjoy the flow of the experience. They basically unlocked a whole new activity for my travels - one that I’ll now be…”

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Madeira: Level-1 Canyoning Adventure - CR7 Museu meeting point and the ride that sets the pace
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Madeira: Level-1 Canyoning Adventure

5.Level-1 Canyoning Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 753 reviews · from $80

Level-1 canyoning in Madeira: rappels down waterfalls, canyon hikes, and natural pools, with all gear and roundtrip transport from CR7 Museu.

“The canyoning was amazing! I was with my partner and it was the first time for us doing such a thing. We enjoyed any moments, our guides were very prepared and made us feel confident and safe all the way through. Totally recommended! Now we are ready for level 2!”

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Madeira Canyoning Beginners – Easy & Fun Waterfall Adventure - Where You Start in Camacha, Bar 21 and the Simple Timing Plan
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Madeira Canyoning Beginners – Easy & Fun Waterfall Adventure

6.Madeira Canyoning Beginners – Easy & Fun Waterfall Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 548 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $63Best value

Beginner canyoning in Madeira near Camacha. Abseil, jump, and slide through a waterfall with pro guides, wetsuit gear, transport, and photos.

“I almost didn’t sign up because I was exhausted and it was my last day, but I’m so glad I did! The nature was gorgeous and canyoning offered a different way to experience it. The guides Matilde and Hugo were amazing, friendly, and informative. I never felt unsafe and they were very encouraging. It was such an amazing experience if you’re thinking about it you should definitely sign up!”

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From Funchal: Madeira Island Canyoning for Beginners - Price Breakdown: Why $82 Can Feel Reasonable Here
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From Funchal: Madeira Island Canyoning for Beginners

7.Madeira Island Canyoning for Beginners

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 315 reviews · 4 hours · from $82

Beginner Madeira canyoning from Funchal with hotel pickup, expert guides, waterfall slides, abseils, jumps, snacks, and photos.

“If you can't decide which company to go canyoning with in Madeira, this is the one. David & Joan (hope I spelled it right) are extremely experienced, fun, confidence inspiring and playful. I'd recommend them to anyone. Thanks for the experience!”

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Canyoning in Madeira: Ideal for Beginners and Families - The half-day rhythm: what “6 hours” really includes
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Canyoning in Madeira: Ideal for Beginners and Families

Madeira: Intermediate (Level 2) Canyoning Experience - Getting to the action: Curral das Freiras and that 20-minute walk-in
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Madeira: Intermediate (Level 2) Canyoning Experience

9.Intermediate (Level 2) Canyoning Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 231 reviews · 4 hours · from $106

Madeira’s Level 2 canyoning tour in Ribeira do Cidrão. 8 waterfalls, rappels up to 18m, optional jumps, and free photo-video memories.

“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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Funchal: Half-day Beginners Canyoning - Rappel, Slides, and Jumps, How the Guide Keeps You in Control
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Funchal: Half-day Beginners Canyoning

10.Half-day Beginners Canyoning

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 214 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Beginner canyoning in Madeira with a guide, rappel, slides, and small jumps, plus snacks and photos in about 3 hours.

“We had an amazing time canyoning with Vitor. Vitor was friendly, open-minded, knowledgeable and adapted to our different needs. We felt like we were in good hands and so were able to relax and really have fun. Luckily, it was only my partner and I, and another guest, so we got to chat a little bit more than if we'd been in a bigger group. We did the beginner tour and it was suitable for non-swimmers like me. I had the option to skip certain parts (jumps) and I never felt left out. The natural environment was gorgeous. It felt very special being in the small canyon amongst lush trees.…”

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From Funchal: Intermediate Canyoning Adventure (Level 2) - Price and what your $94 actually buys
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From Funchal: Intermediate Canyoning Adventure (Level 2)

11.Intermediate Canyoning Adventure (Level 2)

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 199 reviews · 4 hours · from $94

Level 2 canyoning from Funchal in Madeira: wetsuits and Adidas boots, waterfall jumps and slides, snacks, and included photos. 4 hours.

“amazing experience. we loved our tour and guide. we jumped, dived, slided and rappelled down waterfalls in the heart of madeira. we recommend this activity to everyone, the guide can alter the course if you are not that curajeos so you can enjoy the experience.”

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Canyoning in Madeira: Ribeira das Cales - Funchal Ecological Park - Price and value: what $80.45 actually covers
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Canyoning in Madeira: Ribeira das Cales – Funchal Ecological Park

12.Canyoning in Madeira: Ribeira das Cales – Funchal Ecological Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 193 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $80

Beginner-friendly canyoning in Funchal, with a 2-hour guided run in Ribeira das Cales, all gear included, pickup, and photos.

“Very well organized and fun trip! Both the guides were great. They gave us clear instructions and made the group feel safe. The canyoning experience was difficult but amazing! The views were beautiful. Definitely recommend this to any travellers visiting the Island.”

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Level 1 - Canyoning For All - Beginner | Funchal - Descending seven waterfalls by rappel and pulley
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Level 1 – Canyoning For All – Beginner | Funchal

13.Level 1 – Canyoning For All – Beginner | Funchal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $78

Beginner canyoning in Madeira from Funchal, with 7 waterfalls, rappels, a natural toboggan, pool jumps, gear, and photos included.

“This is an abolute must when coming to Madeira. Our guide, Edgar, explained all the processes, encouraged us and was superfriendly. Whole group of six were having smiles at their faces for 2,5h straight. And Canyoning itself? That's an amazing activity. Climbing, sliding, jumping to water, unforgettable experience. You need to try it, and if you have luck and Edgar is taking care of your group, you'll have time of your life.”

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Canyoning Madeira Island - Level Two - What Happens in the Canyon: Waterfalls, Natural Pools, and Stream Walking
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Canyoning Madeira Island – Level Two

14.Canyoning Madeira Island – Level Two

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 156 reviews · from $98

Level Two canyoning in Madeira with small-group guidance, abseils down waterfalls, swims in natural pools, and round-trip pickup from Funchal.

“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 regard. It was a diverse experience with jumping, sliding and going down waterfalls.”

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Madeira Canyoning Intermediate - The Main Event: Jumps, Natural Slides, and Waterfalls Up to 35 Feet
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Madeira Canyoning Intermediate

15.Madeira Canyoning Intermediate

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 154 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $96

Madeira intermediate canyoning from Funchal: rappel waterfalls, jump into natural pools, small-group safety, gear, transfers, snack, free photos.

“Awesome guides! So much fun and I always felt 100% safe. The landscape is beautiful and be prepared to get wet. They also give you a yummy snack at the end. And bonus the guides take pics which they provide FREE which is hard to come by these days.”

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