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title: Canyoning Experience Level I Beginners in Ribeira das Cales
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alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/madeira/tours/canyoning-experience-level-i-beginners-in-ribeira-das-cales/
type: tour
city: Madeira
country: Portugal
price: 70
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.97
reviews: 151
duration_minutes: 270
languages: [de, pt, en, fr, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Beginners, optional jumps
rank_in_category: 9 of 16 (Canyoning & Adventure)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-30
data_updated: 2026-10-12
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# Canyoning Experience Level I Beginners in Ribeira das Cales

**Guidekin's take:** Navigate six waterfalls in Ribeira das Cales or Ribeiro Frio on a beginner canyoning route with three optional jumps. Canyoning gear, boots, photos, video, water and snacks are included; pickup in several areas, including Calheta and Porto Moniz, costs extra. 4.97 from 151 reviews at €70 per person for 4h 30m.

In our comparison: #9 of 16 in Canyoning & Adventure, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Our Canyoning Level 1 - Ribeira das Cales activity offers a unique blend of adventure and natural beauty, perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike. What sets this experience apart is the stunning setting in Ribeira das Cales or Ribeiro Frio, where participants navigate through six captivating waterfalls, each offering its own distinct landscape and challenge. The option to engage in three exhilarating jumps adds an element of thrill, while the 15-meter abseil provides a spectacular finale to the adventure. The entire experience is designed to be accessible, requiring only a brief journey from start to finish, making it an ideal introduction to the thrilling world of canyoning. This activity not only allows participants to immerse themselves in the breathtaking nature of Madeira but also offers a safe and memorable adventure under expert guidance.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 34 pickup points
- Starts 09:00: one departure a day
- Food included: Water & Snacks
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €70: ages 7 to 11

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 34 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €70 per person
- Duration: 4h 30m
- Rating: 4.97/5 from 151 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Discovery Island Madeira
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
- Start times: 09:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-30

## Reviews

4.97 from 151 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 150 of 151.

- 5 stars: 149 (99%)
- 4 stars: 1 (1%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 1 (1%)

## What's included

- Full Body Suit
- Free GoPro Video and Photos
- Gloves
- Boots
- Helmet
- Rappel Gear
- Water & Snacks
- Harness

## Not included

- Pickup in Ponta do Sol, Calheta, Santana, São Vicente and Porto Moniz has added cost of +10€ per pax

## Schedule

- Runs: Mon, Wed, Fri
- Departures: 09:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-30
- 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 reach the pink house, take the second entrance on the left. The meeting place will be in the parking lot of the "O Barracão" restaurant.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ3yLXSJthYAwRoaIcMTAk6mg

Pickup points listed by the operator: 34

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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 under 7 years old and shorter than 1.20 meters are not allowed.

Booking asks for: dates of birth, weights, heights

## Compared with other Canyoning & Adventure

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #9 of 16** | €70 | 4h 30m | 4.97 (151) | shared |
| [Canyoning in Madeira Island- Level 1](/portugal/madeira/tours/canyoning-in-madeira-island-level-1/?format=md) | €65 | 5h | 4.98 (1164) | shared |
| [Level 1 - Canyoning For All - Beginner / Funchal](/portugal/madeira/tours/level-1-canyoning-for-all-beginner-funchal-348395P1/?format=md) | €56 | 3h | 4.99 (198) | shared |
| [Madeira Canyoning Intermediate ](/portugal/madeira/tours/madeira-canyoning-intermediate/?format=md) | €80 | 4h | 4.99 (169) | shared |

Ranked #9 of 16 in Canyoning & Adventure by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €45 to €100, median €70; typical length 4h 15m. 1 of 16 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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