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 1,164 reviews at €65 per person.
Best for: Start with Madeira Island level one: gear and Funchal or Caniço hotel pickup, minimum two per booking; 5h at €65 per person, 4.98 from 1,164 reviews. Canyoning & Adventure comparison
Trade-off: Minimum two people per booking.
In our comparison: #1 of 15 in Canyoning & Adventure, 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: €65 per adult.
Included and not 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
Lunch
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
Reviews
5.0
1,164 ratings Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 1,162 of 1,164
Star breakdown of all 1,164 ratings
5 stars
1,149 · 99%
4 stars
13 · 1%
3 stars
1 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
1 · 0%
What reviewers say
Reviewers praise reassuring guides and varied obstacles; the route can still be physically demanding for beginners.
Praised
Patient guides explain obstacles clearly and reassure nervous beginners
Varied jumps, slides and waterfall abseils
Mountain and river scenery along the route
Good quality wetsuits, boots and safety equipment
Photos taken by guides during the activity
Complaints
Some find the route easy, while others find scrambling and rappelling physically demanding
Cold river water during jumps and swims
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (4 October 2023 to 2 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Where
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. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
09:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
Hotel pickup from 93 pickup points (93 pickup points listed by the operator, 92 of them hotels)
Operator
Harmony in Nature; booking and payment are completed on Viator
About this tour, from the operator
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.
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
Children
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum of age 10 years old
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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
A maximum of 10 people per booking
Good to know
Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
Food not included bring or buy your own
Age 10+ minimum age to join
The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth, weights, heights, arrival flight or ship details
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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