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title: Canyoning Experience in Ribeira dos Caldeirões Sao Miguel -Azores
lang: en
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type: tour
city: São Miguel
country: Portugal
price: 70
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.95
reviews: 475
duration_minutes: 150
languages: [pt, en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 11 of 12 (Canyoning)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-03
data_updated: 2026-11-05
canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/azores/tours/canyoning-experience-in-ribeira-dos-caldeir-es-sao-miguel-azores/
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# Canyoning Experience in Ribeira dos Caldeirões Sao Miguel -Azores

**Guidekin's take:** Canyoning in the Ribeira dos Caldeirões waterfalls with accredited guides, full wetsuit kit, insurance and the photos and videos of your descent included. Pickup only on the higher tier, and children must come with an adult. 4.95 from 475 reviews at €70 per person for 2h 30m.

In our comparison: #11 of 12 in Canyoning, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Our Canyoning tours will take you to explore magnificent rivers and waterfalls using different techniques (such as jumps, rappel, and slides). Undoubtedly, the most thrilling and fun way to experience the Azorean nature and some of its most impressive natural “monuments” and untouched landscapes!

## Before you book

- Pickup differs by option: Hotel pickup only on 1 of 2 options (Half Day (with Pick-up))
- Starts 08:00, 09:00, 13:15: 3 departures a day
- Children from €53: ages 6 to 12

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup only on 1 of 2 options (Half Day (with Pick-up))

## Key facts

- Price: from €70 per person for the Half Day (no Pick-up) option; other options up to €85
- Duration: 2h 30m
- Rating: 4.95/5 from 475 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Fun Activities - Azores Adventure
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: Portuguese, English
- Start times: 08:00, 09:00, 13:15
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03

## Reviews

4.95 from 475 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 473 of 475.

- 5 stars: 451 (95%)
- 4 stars: 22 (5%)
- 3 stars: 2 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise supportive guides and varied waterfall activities; the uphill hike can be strenuous.

**Praised:**
- Clear instructions and patient support for beginners and nervous participants
- A varied mix of jumps, slides, rappelling and zip lining
- River and waterfall scenery in a natural park
- Options to skip activities without pressure
- Photos and videos captured by the guides

**Complaints:**
- Some find the uphill hike strenuous, especially in a wetsuit
- Some find the activities intimidating, while others want more challenge
- Some find the booking description unclear about what the experience includes

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2024-04-23 to 2026-09-28); last checked 2026-10-07.

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Day (no Pick-up) | €70 / person | Portuguese, English | Duration: 3 hours Meeting Point: At the parking lot of Parque Natural da Ribeira dos Caldeirõe (you’ll see a waterfall across the street). |
| Half Day (with Pick-up) | €85 / person | Portuguese, English | Duration: 3 hours Pick-up and Drop-off: The Pick-up time is usually between 08:00 – 08:20 from April – October OR between 08:30 – 08:50 from November to March Pickup included |

## What's included

- Pick-up and Drop-off (if respective option is chosen and available).
- Insurances;
- Accredited guides;
- All Canyoning equipment (fully equipped harness, wetsuits, socks, helmet and boots);
- Photos / Videos;

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:00, 09:00, 13:15
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

Consider the Meeting Point at the parking lot of Parque Natural da Ribeira dos Caldeirões (you’ll see a waterfall across the street).
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJn2ALZ2_gXAsRfPqyun_6Qus

Pickup points listed by the operator: 33

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Remember to wear swimwear and comfortable clothes and shoes.
- Bring your personal beach towel, water bottle, hair elastic (if applicable), and sunscreen.
- You don’t need to know how to swim, just be comfortable in the water.
- Height min. 1.20 m (3 ft 11 in)
- Weight min. 20 Kg (44 lb)
- Weight max. 120 Kg (265 lb)
- Maximum waist circumference (harness): 1.40 m (55 in)

Booking asks for: dates of birth, weights, heights

## Compared with other Canyoning

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #11 of 12** | €70 | 2h 30m | 4.95 (475) | shared |
| [Canyoning Experience at Ribeira Grande](/portugal/azores/tours/canyoning-experience-at-ribeira-grande/?format=md) | €75 | 2h 30m | 4.99 (984) | shared |
| [San Miguel : Level 2 Canyoning in Salto do Cabrito, Azores](/portugal/azores/tours/san-miguel-level-2-canyoning-in-salto-do-cabrito-azores/?format=md) | €110 | 4h | 5.0 (146) | shared |
| [Azores Salto do Cabrito Canyoning Adventure](/portugal/azores/tours/azores-salto-do-cabrito-canyoning-adventure/?format=md) | €80 | 4h | 4.99 (139) | shared |

Ranked #11 of 12 in Canyoning by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €60 to €230, median €80; typical length 3h. 1 of 12 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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