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Canyoning in Madeira Island- Level 1

5.0 Excellent 1159 reviews
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5h
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Portuguese, English, Spanish
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Guidekin's take

Best adrenaline in our Madeira comparison. The strongest score at scale in our Madeira catalogue: 4.98 from 1,159 reviews. Four hours in a wild canyon with certified gear and Funchal pickup, €65 per person.

Trade-off: Beginner route, Level 2 is a separate tour.

Last checked: August 21, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

Guidekin summary

An entry level canyoning day in a Madeira gorge with certified gear, a neoprene suit and canyoning boots, hotel pickup in Funchal and Caniço and the photos thrown in free. Two people per booking is the minimum, lunch is not included, and cruise passengers must give ship details. 4.98 from 1,159 reviews at €65 per person.

From the guide

Madeira Island provides exceptional conditions for canyoning, thanks to its unique geological, climatic, hydrological, and natural features. Recognized by canyoning professionals as one of the best regions in Europe, it offers unparalleled adventure opportunities.

Compared with other Canyoning & Adventure

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #1 of 12€655h4.98 (1159)shared
Level 1 - Canyoning For All - Beginner | Funchal€603h4.99 (198)shared
Madeira Canyoning Intermediate €904h4.99 (165)shared
Madeira Private Buggy Adventure: Forest and Mountains€1004h5.0 (80)private

Ranked #1 of 12 in Canyoning & Adventure by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €44 to €100, median €68; typical length 4h. 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 & Adventure

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departs: 09:00
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, departing at 09:00. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 25, 2026.

What's Included

1 small bottle Water and a Kitkat chocolate
Hotel pickup and drop-off, Funchal and Caniço
Certificated equipment
VadeRetro neoprene suit
Photos of the tour for free
Adidas Canyoning Boots
Port pickup and drop-off
2 Professional guides

What's Not Included

Lunch

Departure & Return

Pickup included

If you don’t see your hotel or accommodation listed in Funchal or Caniço, please email us, and we’ll do our best to assist you. For locations outside Funchal or Caniço, we will meet at the designated meeting point at 9:30 AM.

Start point

When you arrive at the main gate of Parque Ecológico do Funchal, follow the signs to "Barracão Bar." You’ll come across a dirt road that is easy to navigate and safe, leading you to a large parking area.

End point

When you arrive at the main gate of Parque Ecológico do Funchal, follow the signs to "Barracão Bar." You’ll come across a dirt road that is easy to navigate and safe, leading you to a large parking area.

Additional Information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Please advise of each traveler's shoe size in the special requirements box at the time of booking
  • Minimum of height 1,33 meters Maximum height 2,00 meters
  • Minimum weight 30 kgs Maximum weight 110 kgs
  • The tour takes 2h30, but with the pick- up and drop of gives a total of 5h/5h30
  • Minimum of age 10 years old
  • A maximum of 10 people per booking

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 65 / person