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title: Canyoning in Madeira Island- Level 1
lang: en
alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/madeira/tours/canyoning-in-madeira-island-level-1/
type: tour
city: Madeira
country: Portugal
price: 65
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.98
reviews: 1164
duration_minutes: 300
languages: [pt, en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: First canyoning?
rank_in_category: 1 of 15 (Canyoning & Adventure)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-03
data_updated: 2026-10-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/canyoning-in-madeira-island-level-1/
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# Canyoning in Madeira Island- Level 1

**Guidekin's take:** 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 1164 reviews at €65 per person.

**First canyoning?:** 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 1164 reviews. Trade-off: Minimum two people per booking. (last checked September 15, 2026)

In our comparison: #1 of 15 in Canyoning & Adventure, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

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.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 93 pickup points
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- Starts 09:00: one departure a day
- Food not included: bring or buy your own
- Age 10+: minimum age to join

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 93 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €65 per person
- Duration: 5h
- Rating: 4.98/5 from 1164 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Harmony in Nature
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish
- Start times: 09:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03

## Reviews

4.98 from 1164 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1162 of 1164.

- 5 stars: 1149 (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 (2023-10-04 to 2026-10-02); last checked 2026-10-04.

## 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

## Not included

- Lunch

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03
- 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 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.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ3yLXSJthYAwRoaIcMTAk6mg

Pickup points listed by the operator: 93

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- 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

Booking asks for: dates of birth, weights, heights, arrival flight or ship details

## Compared with other Canyoning & Adventure

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #1 of 15** | €65 | 5h | 4.98 (1164) | shared |
| [Madeira Canyoning Intermediate ](/portugal/madeira/tours/madeira-canyoning-intermediate/?format=md) | €80 | 4h | 4.99 (169) | shared |
| [Coasteering Adventure with Snorkeling from Funchal](/portugal/madeira/tours/coasteering-adventure-with-snorkeling-from-funchal/?format=md) | €70 | 4h | 5.0 (82) | shared |
| [Madeira Private Buggy Adventure: Forest and Mountains](/portugal/madeira/tours/madeira-private-buggy-adventure-forest-and-mountains/?format=md) | €100 | 4h | 5.0 (81) | private |

Ranked #1 of 15 in Canyoning & Adventure by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €45 to €100, median €70; typical length 4h 30m. 1 of 15 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/madeira/canyoning-adventure/?format=md

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