Canyoning in Madeira Level 2: Rappels, Jumps & Slides

Rope techniques and water slides through canyons only reachable on foot

Canyoning in Madeira is a guided activity where you use rope techniques to descend waterfalls, trek through canyon beds, jump into pools and slide down natural chutes. The experience starts with a 10-minute walk and safety briefing, then moves into rappels, trekking, jumps and slides through terrain accessible only by these methods. Children from age 8 can join. The guide speaks English or Portuguese.

The experience

The activity begins with a short walk to the canyon, followed by a full briefing on the rope techniques and safety procedures you'll use for the next few hours. From there, you move into the core of the experience: rappelling down rock faces using fixed ropes, trekking through the canyon bed itself, jumping into pools where the water has carved deep basins, and sliding down natural water chutes worn smooth by years of flow. The guide leads throughout, managing the rope systems and pacing the group through each section.

You'll need to be comfortable with heights and water, but the activity is designed for all fitness levels. The team provides all the technical equipment (harnesses, ropes and protective gear), so you arrive ready to move. Bottled water and snacks keep you fueled through the 3.5 hours, and an air-conditioned vehicle picks you up from your hotel and brings you back, removing the need to arrange your own transport to the canyon trailhead.

What’s included

• Personal accident insurance.
• bottled water and snacks.
• all technical equipment including harnesses and ropes.
• air-conditioned vehicle pickup from your hotel.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 to 85 years) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Child (8 to 11 years) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Fast Rope Madeira

Is this one for you?Hotel pickup means you don't need a car or directions to the canyon trailhead. The van collects you and handles the drive, so you can focus on the activity itself rather than logistics.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (8 to 11 years). Children under 8 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly do you do during a Level 2 canyoning trip in Madeira?

You rappel down waterfalls using fixed ropes, trek through canyon beds, jump into deep pools and slide down natural water chutes. The guide controls the rope systems and leads you through each technique in sequence over the course of the morning or afternoon.

Do I need canyoning experience to book this activity?

No. The guide gives a full safety briefing and explains all procedures before you start rappelling and jumping. The activity is suitable for all fitness levels, though you do need to be comfortable with water and heights.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to bring?

Personal accident insurance, all technical equipment, bottled water, snacks and hotel pickup are included. Wear clothes you don't mind getting wet and bring a change for after. The guide provides the harnesses, ropes and protective gear.