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title: "São Miguel : Level 1 Canyoning in Ribeira dos Caldeirões, Azores"
lang: en
alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/azores/tours/s-o-miguel-level-1-canyoning-in-ribeira-dos-caldeir-es-azores/
type: tour
city: Azores
country: Portugal
price: 80
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.99
reviews: 126
duration_minutes: 180
languages: [pt, en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: First canyon?
rank_in_category: 4 of 12 (Canyoning)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-26
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/azores/tours/s-o-miguel-level-1-canyoning-in-ribeira-dos-caldeir-es-azores/
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# São Miguel : Level 1 Canyoning in Ribeira dos Caldeirões, Azores

**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.

**First canyon?:** 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. Trade-off: Minimum two; meet at the start. (last checked September 15, 2026)

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

## Overview

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.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: When you arrive at Ribeira dos…
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- Starts 08:45, 10:20, 12:45: 3 departures a day
- Food not included: bring or buy your own
- Children from €80: ages 6 to 12

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €80 per person
- Duration: 3h
- Rating: 4.99/5 from 126 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Basaltic Azores Adventures
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish
- Start times: 08:45, 10:20, 12:45
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-26

## Reviews

4.99 from 126 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 126 of 126.

- 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 (2025-07-05 to 2026-09-16); last checked 2026-10-07.

## What's included

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

## Not included

- Snacks

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:45, 10:20, 12:45
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-26
- 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

When you arrive at Ribeira dos Caldeirões park, park your car in the parking lot.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJn2ALZ2_gXAsRfPqyun_6Qus

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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

Booking asks for: dates of birth, weights, heights

## Compared with other Canyoning

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #4 of 12** | €80 | 3h | 4.99 (126) | 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 #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.

Full list: https://guidekin.com/portugal/azores/canyoning/?format=md

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