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Experience Level 1 Canyoning on Madeira Island - Start from Sao Pedro, Funchal
Madeira Island offers exceptional canyoning conditions - its unique geological, climatic, hydrological and natural features create thrilling routes and varied challenges you’ll remember, and canyoning professionals rank it among the best regions in Europe, so you can expect unparalleled adventure opportunities when you book an experience while staying in Funchal or exploring the Sao Pedro area.
About this activity in Sao Pedro
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Canyoning in Madeira - take advantage of the island’s unique geology, climate and waterways that make the region one of Europe’s top canyoning destinations.
- Guided adventure with certified equipment and two professional guides for a safe, high-energy experience near Funchal/Sao Pedro.
- All essentials provided on the day - neoprene suit, adidas canyoning boots, bottled water, a KitKat and complimentary photos of your tour.
- Convenient transfers available with hotel and port pickup/drop-off (Funchal and Caniço), plus full safety kit and professional instruction.
Important Information
- Total excursion lasts about 5–5.5 hours including transfers; the canyoning portion is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes.
- Minimum age 10; minimum height 1.33 m and maximum 2.00 m; weight range 30–110 kg; children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Bookings require at least 2 people and are limited to a maximum of 10 participants; please provide each traveler’s shoe size and, if arriving by cruise, ship name and docking/re-boarding times at booking.
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries or serious cardiovascular conditions; lunch is not included.
Meeting Point
Pickups are offered in Funchal and Caniço and port pickup is available for cruise passengers. Exact pickup location and time will be confirmed after booking - if you’re arriving by ship, provide the vessel name, docking and re-boarding times; otherwise expect a hotel pickup in the Funchal/Sao Pedro area.
Includes
- Enjoy 1 small bottle of water and a KitKat chocolate to refresh you during the activity in the Funchal area
- Round-trip hotel transfer included for pickups and drop-offs in Funchal and Caniço for easy access to the meeting point
- All equipment is certificated for safety and suitability during the adventure
- Stay warm and comfortable with a VadeRetro neoprene suit provided
- Receive complimentary photos of your tour so you can relive the experience and share memories
- Adidas canyoning boots supplied to give you secure footing on river and coastal terrain
- Port pickup and drop-off available for cruise passengers calling at Funchal port
- Benefit from the guidance of 2 professional local guides who know the region and routes well
Excludes
- Lunch is not provided, so plan accordingly when arranging your day in Funchal
Other
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers due to the activity’s physical nature
- Not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health
- The activity is suitable for all physical fitness levels, with guides adapting the experience to participants
- Children must be accompanied by an adult for safety and supervision
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required to confirm the experience here
- Cruise ship passengers must provide ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time at the time of booking
- Please advise each traveler’s shoe size in the special requirements box when booking so proper footwear can be provided
- Height requirement: minimum 1.33 m, maximum 2.00 m to ensure safe use of equipment
- Weight requirement: minimum 30 kg, maximum 110 kg for participant safety
- Total time commitment is approximately 5–5.5 hours including pickup and drop-off, with 2.5 hours spent on the activity itself
- Minimum age is 10 years old to join the adventure in the region
- Bookings are limited to a maximum of 10 people to keep the experience manageable and personal
Customer Reviews
10/10
Based on 10 Reviews
Summary:
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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Summary:
Amazing group activity! Lot of fun & very safe. Approximately 2 hours. Instructors very good and helpful.
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Summary:
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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Know more about Sao Pedro
Madeira Island offers exceptional canyoning conditions thanks to its unique geological, climatic, hydrological, and natural features. Recognized by canyoning professionals as one of the best regions in Europe, the island provides unparalleled adventure opportunities that make it a top choice when you search for canyoning in Madeira.
Your canyoning tour includes certified equipment, a vaderetro neoprene suit, adidas canyoning boots, a small bottle of water and a KitKat chocolate, two professional guides, hotel pickup and drop-off in Funchal and Caniço, port pickup and drop-off, and free photos of the tour.
Canyoning is suitable for all physical fitness levels and is family-friendly for children accompanied by an adult, with a minimum age of 10 years. Booking requires a minimum of two people and has height (1.33 m–2.00 m) and weight (30–110 kg) limits. It’s not recommended for pregnant travelers, people with spinal injuries, or those with poor cardiovascular health.
You can expect a variety of Outdoor & Nature and Adventure & Thrill canyoning experiences designed to take advantage of the island’s natural terrain and water features. These tours emphasize guided canyon descents, natural water flows and scenic landscapes that are core to canyoning in Madeira.
The canyoning portion of the tour takes approximately 2 hours 30 minutes. With hotel or port pickup and drop-off included, the total time you should expect is about 5 to 5.5 hours.
Lunch is not included in the package. All other listed inclusions such as equipment, guides, transport and refreshments are provided as part of the tour.
