--- title: Azores Canyoning Adventure in São Miguel - Half-day lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/sao-miguel/tours/azores-canyoning-adventure-in-s-o-miguel-half-day/ type: tour city: São Miguel country: Portugal price: 65 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.73 reviews: 140 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [pt, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 12 of 12 (Canyoning) schedule_checked: 2026-09-30 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/sao-miguel/tours/azores-canyoning-adventure-in-s-o-miguel-half-day/ --- # Azores Canyoning Adventure in São Miguel - Half-day **Guidekin's take:** A half day canyon on São Miguel pitched at first timers and families with children, with certified guides, full kit down to the canyoning shoes, and photos sent within a week. Transport is a separate tier; children must come with an adult. 4.73 from 140 reviews at €65 per person for 3h. In our comparison: #12 of 12 in Canyoning, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview This canyoning tour takes you deep into the untouched nature of São Miguel, where you’ll explore hidden waterfalls and volcanic rock formations that can’t be reached any other way. Led by certified guides, the experience is both safe and thrilling—perfect for first-timers or families with children. What sets us apart is our personalized guidance, and strong focus on safety and environmental respect. We provide all gear, including proper canyoning shoes, and even capture photos so you can relive your adventure. With Picos de Aventura, you're not just canyoning—you’re discovering one of the Azores' most scenic and wild landscapes in the most exciting way possible. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - 4 start times: between 09:00 and 13:00 - Children from €33: ages 6 to 11 **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €65 per person for the Half Day: Without Transport option; other options up to €80 - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.73/5 from 140 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Likely to sell out - Operator: Picos de Aventura - Animação e Lazer, S.A. - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: Portuguese, English - Start times: 09:00, 10:00, 12:00, 13:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-30 ## Reviews 4.73 from 140 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 132 of 140. - 5 stars: 116 (83%) - 4 stars: 16 (11%) - 3 stars: 3 (2%) - 2 stars: 4 (3%) - 1 star: 1 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the patient guides and waterfall activities, though some want more challenging obstacles **Praised:** - Patient guides help nervous adults and children build confidence - Clear safety instructions before jumps and rappels - Alternative routes for participants who prefer to avoid a jump - Enjoyable mix of jumps, slides and waterfall rappels - Forest scenery and waterfalls along the canyon route **Complaints:** - Some find the obstacles too basic and want more of a challenge - Waiting at obstacles while other participants take their turns - The steep uphill approach can be tiring in wetsuits and gear Written by Guidekin from the 91 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2017-10-26 to 2026-09-20); last checked 2026-10-07. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Half Day: Without Transport | €65 / person | English, Portuguese | - | | Half-day: With transport | €80 / person | English, Portuguese | Canyoning with transportation: Pick-ups are from our headquarters in Ponta Delgada. Please consult our team for other locations. Pickup included | ## What's included - All necessary gear (harness, helmets, wetsuits and boots). - Optional - Transportation to and from the activity. - Photos from the activity will be sent to guests within a week. ## Not included - Bottled water ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 10:00, 12:00, 13:00 - 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 Departure Point: Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park, Achada, Nordeste Address: GPS coordinates: 37.842277, -25.267689 Directions: Tour departs from the parking lot close to the entry Dates: Daily Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJV15wXW_gXAsRn-_w_1Prw9Y Pickup points listed by the operator: 1 Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Children must be accompanied by an adult - May be operated by a multi-lingual guide Booking asks for: dates of birth, weights, heights ## Compared with other Canyoning | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #12 of 12** | €65 | 3h | 4.73 (140) | shared | | [Canyoning Experience at Ribeira Grande](/portugal/sao-miguel/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/sao-miguel/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/sao-miguel/tours/azores-salto-do-cabrito-canyoning-adventure/?format=md) | €80 | 4h | 4.99 (139) | shared | Ranked #12 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/sao-miguel/canyoning/?format=md ## More in São Miguel - All São Miguel tours: https://guidekin.com/portugal/sao-miguel/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/portugal/sao-miguel/tours/azores-canyoning-adventure-in-s-o-miguel-half-day/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/portugal/sao-miguel/?format=md