Canyoning Experience - half day
Recommended by 99% of travelers
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Ponta Delgada, Portugal
- 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Immerse yourself in some of São Miguel Island’s most dramatic scenery—and put your mettle to the test—with this half-day canyoning tour. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, meet your guide at the Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park in the island’s Nordeste region, and take part in a safety and training session. Then, grab your gear and head into nature: You’ll hike, rappel, cliff-jump, try a natural water slide, and more.
- This small-group tour is capped at eight to ensure hands-on guidance
- All training, wetsuits, and safety equipment is provided for your ease
- This tour is perfect for active and adventurous travelers
- Enjoy a new way to discover the Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park
What's Included
- Included all canyoning gear. From head (helmet) to feet (canyoning boots)
- Picture and videos fron activity are offerd and included
- Bottled water
- Transportation€20.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
What To Expect
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Parque Natural da Ribeira dos Caldeiroes
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Please add "shoe size" to the special requirements text box on the booking section.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 698 reviews
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My husband & I did this adventure with Alberto and Tomas. They were excellent and we felt very safe while also adventurous. Highly recommend especially if you are a beginner.
Fun, adventurous. Be ready to jump in! Our guides were awesome- thoughtful, respectful, fun. The park is beautiful so plan some time to walk and explore on your own when you’re done. Helpful that they have a snack bar and restrooms on site
Went with my brother for his 50th birthday. We had a blast. Due to some no shows we basically had a private tour so that made it extra special. The guides themselves Thomas and Alberto (I think) were the stars. So friendly and warm like they were our buddies just having a blast in nature. Two thumbs up for sure. Just know the physical requirements before booking.
We had a great afternoon with Tomas and Alberto! They made the experience fun and enjoyable. We were provided with all the gear we needed. Just show up and meet the company in the parking lot. All you need is a bathing suit. You can leave your shoes/clothing in their van for the duration of the experience. This was a lot of fun and great for the kids (ours were ages 8 and 11). Highly recommend giving this tour a try. It was great!
Canyoning with this firm was a highlight of our Sao Miguel vacation. Our guides were amazing. Not only were they skilled and experienced, they were super fun. We had a blast and wished we had more time to do additional canyoning adventures with them.
Our guides were very helpful, safety conscious but super fun! My son and I really enjoyed the experience and would recommend for someone wanting to try canyoning.
Ze and Alberto were the perfect combination of fun but also safe. My girlfriends and I had a great time. I was nervous but wanted to do it all. They took care to know all of our names and made me excited to keep going throughout the adventure. Good level of adrenaline and suspense. Great communication throughout from getting our sizes for harness, shoes, wetsuits and helmet provided prior to arrival and throughout. Loved the pictures/videos we received within 24 hours. Strongly recommend the earlier day experience because the parking lot gets crowded. Beautiful scenery, waterfalls, and hike. Thank you for making our 50th birthday trip memorable!
A beautiful adventure thru the forest along a beautiful crystal clear river! The adventure included zip lining repelling and cliff jumps! Such a fun experience would 100% do this again!
A must when traveling to Sao Miguel! Our guides Z and Alberto made everyone feel safe and we all had a ton of fun!
Arrived and put on wetsuits and boots. Then we hiked some to get to the different adventures. I would say it was a little more technical than I anticipated but it was so much fun! Felt very safe-had 5 children with us ages 11-6 and they did very well. Our tour guides were very friendly, very good with the kids, made us feel very safe. I would recommend to anyone looking for a fun adventure!
Amazing experience, not the faint of heart. I includes a zip line, natural water slide, cliff scaling and free fall jumping, along with extreme hikes through the bush to get to each. Guides Alberto and Tomas were super knowledgeable, experienced and friendly. Would highly recommend and would do again.
Very active excursion. Hiking and canyoning. Jumping into the rivers and streams from varying heights. Super fun but also not for anyone with significant fear of heights or water. The guides are amazing. We had Tomas and Alfredo. They were the sweetest and funniest. Always made us feel safe and talked me personally off the ledge quite literally when I was panicking about jumping. This particular tour was not as challenging as it can be so if you want harder features then research some more.
Amazing and unique experience, a highlight for my 9 year old. There was repelling, zip lining, a natural slide and jumps. Everything felt safe and was truly a unique experience.
Guides were excellent with kids. Our daughter was a bit nervous but Ze was great and got her to do everything. It was a busy day but the guides were always telling us about something or taking pictures so we were always engaged.
Such a fun adventure for both adults & kids ages 9 through 46! Our tour guides made us all feel comfortable and safe, even my 9yr old son who didn’t think he would do the big jump at the end (he did it!). We had Ipa & Z as guides & they were both so much fun, filled with positive energy & so kind to everyone.
Incredible experience! Our guides were funny and informative and made sure everyone had a great time. What a cool way to see the jungle from the inside.
A super fun experience for just about anyone who wants to try something different and who loves a little adventure ! Our 3 guides were wonderful and super helpful instructing our group along the way. The whole group had a great time.
This was a great trip the guides make you feel safe while doing so pretty cool sides, jumps and zip lines. 10/10 would do again
Great beginners introduction to canyoning. Ze, IPA, and Ana were amazing! Ziplining, water slides, jumping and canyoning!
The experience is one of a lifetime . Both our team leaders Jose and Jacob were great guides and they made everyone comfortable and safe throughout. I had my 10 year old with me and he said to me that is by far the best experience of his life. Highly recommended for everyone to have this experience.
Amazing! The highlight of my kids trip! Tour guides were kind, helpful, patient, and funny. Would highly recommend!
Our guides were amazing! Great family day! Would do again with this company. Amazing experience. Beautiful Island!!!!
This was the most amazing experience we had while in Sao Miguel, which is saying a lot since this is one of the best places we have traveled to. The guides, Tomas and Warren, were AMAZING- they were so kind, patient, encouraging and knowledgeable. We did this tour with our 13 and 9 year old children, and we all had a blast on this incredible adventure while seeing some of the most beautiful views. They took pictures for us and helped our kids throughout the experience so my husband and I could focus on the experience. I can not give enough praise to the guides and the experience itself, this is an absolute must do, and when we return to the island we will book this again! I would recommend wearing a bathing suit and/or sweat wicking material to wear under the wet suit (no cotton). They provide all the gear, head to toe. You may also want to bring towels and a change of clothes for after. There are facilities at the meeting point for changing and a lovely little cafe.
Great canyoning experience. Both of our guides were great. Would recommend to anyone who likes hiking and eco tourism. Note - fairly physically demanding so won’t be for everyone.
Expect fun and facing new challeges. The hike up was UP but took several breaks before getting in the creek heading down.
The guides are really helpful to insure safety and good education for each repel, jump and how to walk in the creek with boulders. There is an area by the shop to change your swim suit to dry clothes. I came on a cruise ship to Ponta Delgada. I walked across the street to the Grand Hotel where I was picked up. All safe and not confusing. About a 45 min drive to the park. I am a active 76 yr old female. The hike and water activities were not to difficult but you need some sense to walk in, around and over rocks.
Please go and make a forever memory in the most beautiful and safe jungle I have enjoyed.
Cheryl from Oregon
Super fun once in a lifetime experience, would recommend to everyone! The guides are very nice and safe!
I joined the canyoning tour with Ipa and Warren back in August (yes, writing a bit late) — and honestly, what an unforgettable experience! The guides were super encouraging and fun — thanks to them I managed to jump from heights I never thought I could! The zip line was definitely my favorite part, pure joy and adrenaline!
Also loved that they captured everything with a GoPro — getting the photos by email afterward was such a great surprise and a perfect way to relive the memories. Huge thanks to both Ipa and Warren for making the adventure feel safe, exciting, and full of laughter.
Let’s just say this experience left me not only with great memories but also with a huge smile that lasted long after the tour!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Dear Ruta,
Thank you so much for your wonderful and heartfelt review! We’re overjoyed to hear that your canyoning adventure with Ipa and Warren was unforgettable and brought you so much joy and excitement. It’s amazing to know that our encouragement helped you conquer jumps you never thought possible, and that the zip line left such a lasting thrill!
We’re also so glad you loved the GoPro photos — capturing those memories is something we really enjoy sharing with our guests. Ipa and Warren will be thrilled to hear that their support, fun energy, and focus on safety made the experience so special for you.
Your kind words mean the world to us, and we’re incredibly grateful that your adventure left you with such big smiles and lasting memories. Sometimes this moments came to be the BEST presents life gives us. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back for even more laughter and adventure in the future!
Best Regards,
Filipa Casinha
Azores Adventure Islands Team
I booked this for our honeymoon. Guides were excellent - made me feel safe even if I was afraid! Beautiful experience
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Dear Kristen,
Congratulations again on your marriage! We’re so honored that you chose to celebrate your honeymoon with us. It’s wonderful to hear that our guides made you feel safe and helped you enjoy the experience, even with a bit of fear.
We’re thrilled you had such a beautiful adventure and hope it added extra magic to your honeymoon memories. Thank you so much for choosing us!
Best Regards,
Filipa Casinha
Azores Adventure Islands Team
My husband and I very much enjoyed this canyoning experience. We ended up being the only two to book that day so we were really able to take our time and enjoy our experience. Our guides were fantastic and took the time to teach us about the island and recommended an amazing lunch place. We felt safe and had so much fun.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Hello April,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re really glad you and your husband enjoyed your canyoning experience — having the tour all to yourselves is always a special bonus! It’s great to hear that our guides made you feel safe, shared a bit about the island, and even pointed you toward a great lunch spot.
We truly appreciate your kind words and are happy you had such a fun and relaxed time with us. Hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
Best Regards,
Filipa Casinha
Azores Adventure Islands Team
The staff was great! We hiked, jumped, zip lined, and had an amazing time! Beautiful surroundings to walk around before or after the activity.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Hello Isabelle,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this!
We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the mix of hiking, jumping, and zip lining — sounds like you embraced the whole adventure! Our team will be thrilled to know they helped make your day memorable. And we couldn’t agree more about the surroundings; it’s a wonderful place to explore before or after the activity.
Best Regards,
Filipa Casinha
Azores Adventure Islands Team
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