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São Miguel : Level 1 Canyoning in Ribeira dos Caldeirões, Azores

5.0 · 126 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 100% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Azores Operated by Basaltic Azores Adventures Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
3h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
Portuguese, English, Spanish
Start & pickup
08:45, 10:20, 12:45 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

An entry level canyon at Ribeira dos Caldeirões that adds a zipline and a climb to the usual jumps and abseils, suitable for beginners and most ages, with kit, insurance, guide and photos included.

It can be made private if you ask in advance. 4.99 from 126 reviews at €80 per person for 3h.

Best for: Book shared level one at Ribeira dos Caldeirões with kit and photos: 3h, 4.99 from 126 reviews at €80 per person; minimum two, meet at the start. Canyoning comparison

Trade-off: Minimum two; meet at the start.

In our comparison: #4 of 12 in Canyoning, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

Editorial check: September 15, 2026How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €80 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Activity insurance. All equipment necessary for the activity.
  • Photos and videos of the activity.
  • Guide
  • Snacks

Children from €80 (ages 6 to 12). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 26 September 2026.

Reviews

5.0
126 ratings
Tripadvisor 119 · Viator 7

100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 126 of 126

Star breakdown of all 126 ratings

5 stars
125 · 99%
4 stars
1 · 1%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise patient guides and small groups; higher jumps can still feel intimidating.

Praised

  • Patient guides whose clear instructions help beginners feel safe
  • Small groups with personal attention and an unhurried pace
  • A varied mix of jumps, slides, zip lining and rappelling
  • Forest and waterfall scenery experienced from within the canyon
  • Smaller jumps and alternative routes for nervous participants

Complaints

  • Some participants find the higher jumps intimidating

Written by Guidekin from the 79 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (5 July 2025 to 16 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 7 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
When you arrive at Ribeira dos Caldeirões park, park your car in the parking lot. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
08:45, 10:20, 12:45 daily; scheduled through October 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Basaltic Azores Adventures; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

Join us on this adrenaline-filled adventure, performing techniques such as jumping, abseiling, ziplining, sliding and even climbing.

Safety always comes first.

Take part in a safe and adventurous activity, full of laughter

Suitable for almost all ages and beginners.

Step out of your comfort zone.

A public tour that can be made private, if requested in advance.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
  • Food not included bring or buy your own
  • Children from €80 ages 6 to 12

The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth, weights, heights

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Canyoning

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #4 of 12€803h4.99 (126)shared
Canyoning Experience at Ribeira Grande€752h 30m4.99 (984)shared
San Miguel : Level 2 Canyoning in Salto do Cabrito, Azores€1104h5.0 (146)shared
Azores Salto do Cabrito Canyoning Adventure€804h4.99 (139)shared

Ranked #4 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. Compare all 12 Canyoning

From €80 per adult