Never done canyoning before? No problem, professional guides are on hand to help you discover canyoning in São Miguel!
The Azores are a veritable treasure trove hidden in the middle of the Atlantic, with breathtaking volcanic landscapes and unspoilt nature. Among the islands of the archipelago, São Miguel stands out for its diversity and beauty, with lakes, lush forests and mountains. It is here, in the north of the island, that you will find the Ribeira dos Caldeirões Nature Park, a remarkable park located around 45 minutes' drive from the town of Ponta Delgada. This park, with its impressive waterfalls and deep gorges, offers the perfect setting for canyoning in São Miguel.
Whether you're a beginner or have done canyoning before, this canyoning trip at Ribeira dos Caldeirões is designed to suit everyone. So get out of your comfort zone and discover with professional guides the canyoning essentials: abseiling (the highest waterfall is 8 metres high), climbing, zip lines, slides and jumps of up to 5 metres!
During this canyoning descent, which lasts around 2.5 hours and is accessible from the age of 6, you will never be alone. The guides put safety first so they'll be there to guide you from start to finish. To start with, they'll provide you with quality equipment to ensure your comfort. Then, they'll accompany you and advise you throughout the excursion, taking into account your level and doing everything they can to ensure you leave with great memories of your canyoning experience at Ribeira dos Caldeirões.
So what makes canyoning in the Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park unique? The lush vegetation, beautiful waterfalls and volcanic landscapes are all part of the charm of this place, but it's also, and above all, a site that is still largely unspoilt by mass tourism. There's no better way to enjoy an authentic experience in the unspoilt nature of the Azores! So what are you waiting for? Book your canyoning experience in São Miguel now!
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Practical information
Canyoning for beginners at Ribeira dos Caldeirões in São Miguel with a professional guide.
- Abseiling (the highest waterfall is 8 metres high)
- Walking sections
- Climbing
- Ziplining
- Natural slides
- 5-metre jump
Please allow 3 hours on site, including 2.5 hours of canyoning.
- Meet your guide in the Ribeira dos Caldeirões nature park.
- When you arrive, your guide will give you your personal equipment (harness, wetsuit, canyoning shoes and helmet).
- Then, it's a short walk of around 15 minutes to the canyon for your first safety briefing.
- Descend the Ribeira dos Caldeirões canyon with your guides for around 2.5 hours.
- Debriefing, de-equipping and end of the activity.
You need to be able to swim and be in good physical condition to take part in this activity.
- Minimum height: 120 cm
- Maximum weight: 120kg
This activity is not suitable for pregnant women or people with mental or physical disabilities.
Pets are not allowed on the tour.
- Professional guide
- Canyoning equipment (harness, wetsuit, canyoning shoes and helmet)
- Photos and videos
- Insurance
- Transfer
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Hair elastics
- Personal medication if necessary
- Water bottle
- Spare clothing