Canyoning Experience in Ribeira dos Caldeirões Sao Miguel -Azores
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Sao Miguel, Portugal
- 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Home to mighty cliffs and tumbling waterfalls, the Azores is an outdoor adventure lover's dream destination. On this exciting tour, canyon through waterfalls, jump into crystal-clear pools and abseil down ropes. With all safety equipment plus the option to included pickup, you’re free to soak up the scenery and enjoy a wet and wild adventure.
- Experience the best of the Azores’ outdoor adventure
- Try abseiling and cliff-jumping in the rugged wilderness
- All safety equipment is included on this tour
- Opt to included hotel pickup for a hassle-free experience
What's Included
- Accredited guides;
- All Canyoning equipment (fully equipped harness, wetsuits, socks, helmet and boots);
- Insurances;
- Photos / Videos;
- Pick-up and Drop-off (if respective option is chosen and available).
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
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Remember to wear swimwear and comfortable clothes and shoes.
- Bring your personal beach towel, water bottle, hair elastic (if applicable), and sunscreen.
- You don’t need to know how to swim, just be comfortable in the water.
- Height min. 1.20 m (3 ft 11 in)
- Weight min. 20 Kg (44 lb)
- Weight max. 120 Kg (265 lb)
- Maximum waist circumference (harness): 1.40 m (55 in)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 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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This was an INCREDIBLE experience. Zip line, rock slide, rappelling, and high jumps into the water…with the coolest guides ever! Everything was taken care of for you. Just show up, squeeze into your wetsuit, and go. You cannot beat this day in one of the most beautiful places on earth!
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We had a great time canyoning. The team was friendly, patient, and focused on safety. They took some great pictures and videos for us. If there is anyone in your group who does not want to participate in canyoning, the meeting point (Ribiera Grande) is a great place to wait while the others are on the adventure. There is hiking, waterfalls, a cafe, and gift shop.
What a fantastic experience! Hugo, Rodrigo, and MaryLou were amazing. We had so much fun and felt so comfortable on all jumps/slides/zip lines. I would highly recommend this! Also, the photos they took from their GoPros were available within a few hours!
This tour was incredible! Our guides, Diana and Ricardo, were so knowledgeable and made us feel safe the entire time. They also made sure everyone felt included and had an absolute blast on the tour. If you’re coming to Sao Miguel, I can’t recommend this tour enough! It’s an absolute must.
Great experience - had a good mix of activities in a beautiful setting. The guides were awesome - fun and instructive while taking safety seriously.
This tour was amazing - so fun and such a beautiful location. Our tour guides (Diana and Ricardo) were excellent and had very clear communication and ensured everyone understood all the instructions etc - so everything felt very safe and extremely organized. They also were very fun and had great knowledge about the area so it made the tour a great experience. Everything was very organized, no need to bring any gear except a bathing suit and options were given depending on your level of comfort to ensure the activity was accessible to everyone. This was definitely a highlight of my whole visit to the Azures!
It was a really beautiful way to see the river and waterfalls. The guides were very funny. It’s a great time.
We had a great time! The tour guides were great and we all had so much fun! Would definitely recommend.
This was, without question, one of the highlights of our trip to São Miguel.
A huge thank you to our incredible guides—Diana, Claudio, and João. They were knowledgeable, professional, encouraging, and made every single person in the group feel safe and supported throughout the entire experience.
I’ll admit that when I first put on the wetsuit, I felt surprisingly anxious. I’d never worn one before, and the tightness made me a little uncomfortable. The guides immediately noticed, reassured me that those feelings were completely normal, and reminded me that once we started hiking and got into nature, I’d feel much better. They were absolutely right. Their calm confidence made all the difference, and within a short time I was completely enjoying myself.
The canyoning adventure itself was unforgettable. You’ll hike through stunning natural scenery, climb alongside waterfalls, rappel down beautiful cascades, float through crystal-clear pools, and even have the chance to cliff jump if you’re feeling adventurous. The jumps weren’t intimidatingly high, but they were just enough to push many of us outside our comfort zones—and the encouragement from both the guides and the group made those moments incredibly rewarding.
The scenery was simply breathtaking. We visited places we never would have discovered on our own, and being immersed in such a beautiful part of the island made the entire experience feel magical.
Safety was clearly the top priority from beginning to end. The guides watched over every participant, carefully explained each section before we tackled it, and made sure everyone was comfortable before moving on. All of the necessary equipment was provided, and everything was well organized.
Our group included adults, teenagers, and even some younger participants who tackled the course with amazing confidence. You don’t have to be an extreme thrill seeker to enjoy this experience—just come with an open mind and a willingness to try something new.
By the end of the tour, my husband and I felt an incredible sense of accomplishment. There’s something special about pushing yourself just a little outside your comfort zone while surrounded by such spectacular natural beauty. We left smiling, energized, and so grateful we chose to do it.
If you’re visiting São Miguel, don’t miss this experience. It’s an adventure you’ll be talking about long after your vacation ends.
Had such a fun time!! Wish I could’ve kept doing it all day, didn’t want it to end! The guides were so great!
That was an amazing experience. Handsome staff. Thins activity was perfect for beginners like us. We had fun !!
I had such an amazing time canyoning in Ribeira dos Caldeirões! Our three guides were absolutely fantastic – patient, kind, and incredibly supportive throughout the whole experience. As a complete beginner, I was a little nervous at first, but they made sure I felt comfortable every step of the way. Their encouragement and clear instructions made the adventure not only safe but so much fun. I loved getting to try something new and exciting in such a beautiful setting. Huge thanks to Ines, Teresa and Daniela for making this such a memorable experience! Highly recommend to anyone visiting the area.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🌟 We’re thrilled to hear that your first canyoning experience was both fun and memorable. Inês, Teresa, and Daniela will be delighted to know that their patience, kindness, and support helped you feel comfortable and safe throughout the adventure. Ribeira dos Caldeirões is a truly special place, and we’re so glad you enjoyed discovering it with us. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the future!
So much fun. You definitely need to be fit and should be able to swim. We did a kind of zip line off a waterfall, went down a natural waterslide, rappelled down a small waterfall, and did a cliff jump. I hate heights and this was all really hard for me, but I love an adventure and I’m so happy I pushed myself. Tip: be in the first 5 people to do each jump/rappel/etc. if you are nervous.
The guides were wonderful and so funny, they did a great job of making people feel secure and safe while still keeping it light and fun. I lost the paper with their names, but we were on a morning trip with João, a name that started with a G, and a woman. All 3 were so great and experienced, I wish we had time to do other excursions with them as guides (we heard about a kayaking trip but only had one day left on our trip).
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Olá. ;)
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you pushed your limits and had so much fun during the adventure. It’s amazing that you conquered the zip line, natural waterslide, rappelling, and cliff jump — that’s no small feat, especially if heights aren’t your favorite!
We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to João, Guilherme and the female guide — they’ll be so happy to hear they made the experience fun, safe, and memorable.
We hope next time you have the chance to join them for the kayaking trip or another excursion — there’s plenty more adventure waiting for you!
Had such a blast on this tour. Our guides Ricardo and Durago were fantastic, always keeping safety as a priority and keeping us entertained along the way. Such a thrilling adventure in such beautiful landscape.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Olá :)
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear that Ricardo and Durago made your tour safe, fun, and memorable. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the adventure and the beautiful landscapes. We hope to see you again soon for more thrilling experiences!
Great mix of cliff jumping, zip lining, and rappelling. Tour guide Daniela was great and the pick up was on time
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Hello David :)
Thank you for your review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the mix of jumps, zip lining, and rappelling. Daniela will be happy to hear your kind words, and we’re pleased everything went smoothly from start to finish. Hope to see you again for another adventure!
Very fun and adventurous tour! Beautiful scenery and helpful and fun guides. The tour itself was not too strenuous, but everything we did was a lot of fun. It was a good variety of jumps, rappelling, and "water sliding" down. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the adventure, the beautiful scenery, and the variety of jumps, rappelling, and natural slides. Our team will be happy to know they made the experience both safe and fun. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
This was an INCREDIBLE experience. Zip line, rock slide, rappelling, and high jumps into the water…with the coolest guides ever! Everything was taken care of for you. Just show up, squeeze into your wetsuit, and go. You cannot beat this day in one of the most beautiful places on earth!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We're thrilled to hear you had such an incredible day filled with zip lining, rock sliding, rappelling, and high jumps—all with our awesome guides. It’s great to know you enjoyed the seamless experience from start to finish. We couldn’t agree more—there’s nothing like adventure in one of the most beautiful places on earth! We hope to see you back for more unforgettable moments soon! 🌟💦🌿
This was a great experience and our guides (Hugo and Pedro) were fabulous. The scenery was beautiful and the guides were very patient and courteous. My only suggestion is that this is a physically strenuous activity - you need to be in good shape just for the walking/hiking portion of the excursion.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the beautiful scenery and that Hugo and Pedro made the experience memorable with their patience and courtesy. We appreciate your helpful note about the physical demands of the hiking portion—it's definitely a great point for future guests to consider. We hope to see you again for more adventures, whether you’re ready for the challenge or want to explore at your own pace!
Had an absolute blast! Bruno, Ricardo, and Teresa were amazing! You get to experience a little bit of everything on this excursion. A little hiking (10-15 mins), short zipline into the water, a small slide/jump, followed by repelling down a waterfall and various jumping points (ranging from 10-50 feet). These were all optional but it’s worth doing every jump! Could’ve have asked for a better experience and the terrain was beautiful.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We're thrilled to hear you had an absolute blast and that Bruno, Ricardo, and Teresa helped make the experience unforgettable. It’s great that you embraced all the different elements of the adventure — from hiking and ziplining to rappelling and those epic jumps! The scenery truly is something special, and we’re so happy you got to enjoy it all. We’d love to welcome you back for another adventure soon! 💦🌿🔥
My wife Emily and I had an unforgettable experience canyoning in Ribeira dos Caldeirões. This was the top item on my Azores bucket list, and it exceeded all expectations.
The adventure included rappelling down waterfalls, sliding through natural chutes, and cliff jumps—all set in a stunning, lush landscape. Our guides were professional and fun, striking the perfect balance between safety and excitement.
Everything was well-organized, from the gear to the logistics, and the guides even took amazing photos and videos of the experience.
If you're up for adventure in the Azores, this is the one to do.
I did not fully understand what canyoning was when I signed up for this. Our trip was for age 12-67 family trip. We hiked, zip lined, cliff jumped, and went down rock slides. The views were gorgeous. The staff was so supportive and encouraged us to move at our pace. The group was supportive of each other. Afterwards there was such a feeling of accomplishment. My children LOVED this. And, while this was a challenge for my mother it was not too much and she was able to push her comfort zone. 100% would recommend!
Great experience. So much to see and do. You need to be fit enough to climb uphill for 15 min! The place itself is breathtakingly beautiful.
My partner and I have never done anything like this and we both thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The route is amazing & very scenic, the guides are friendly & make you feel safe during your journey explaining and helping you at every turn! There is no pressure to take part in something you don’t feel comfortable doing and plenty of support to get you through to the end. Ricardo & Teresa were brilliant throughout and got myself through it with a laugh and a joke at every step.
We will definitely be booking again (albeit it may only be my partner who does it this time!)
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Hello :)
Thank you very much for your review and your good wishes. We're very happy that you loved the whole activity.
Thank you very much for recommending us.
Cheers.
Although this was not as exciting as expected we still enjoyed our morning very much. The guides were energetic and a personal photographer.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Hello.
Thank you for your comment.
Cheers.
Great guides very knowledgeable, kind, and accommodating. We were picked up and dropped off at our hotel so the trip couldn’t have been easier.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Hello 🙂 Thank you very much
Thank you very much for your words and it's great to hear that you were completely satisfied.
Big hug.
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This was a great experience! The guides were very friendly, helpful and patient. I highly recommend this excursion!!!
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Hello Ed 😁
Thank you very much for your recommendation and we're very happy to hear that you enjoyed the activity.
Big hug from our guides. 🤜🤛
This was a wonderful experience. The guides were amazing and funny. The only thing I would include in the trip description is what to bring. I booked this not knowing what to expect so I didn’t know I needed a bathing suit and towel. I also wish they included water.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Hi Adriana. 🙂
Thank you very much for your compliments. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the experience.
Big hug.
One of the most amazing tours we have ever done together as a family. Great guides and loads of adventure.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Hello Sean.
Wow... We're so glad it was one of your best family excursions. There's nothing better than having unforgettable moments with a happy and united family. 🫶
A big hug. 🤜🤛
We had a blast with this experience! I was unprepared for the hike up to the top, it was pretty hard for those not used to hiking especially while wearing a wetsuit but once we got up to the top is was a great time. The water was refreshing and cool. The guides did a great job at explaining the safety processes so we felt comfortable the whole time. Would definitely recommend!
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Hi Jessena 😁
Thank you very much for your words. On hot days it's always less comfortable to go hiking. 🙂 But then the cool water and the adventure make you forget the hot climb 😉.
Thank you very much for recommending us.
Big hugs from the guides. 🫶
We had a wonderful experience. Our guides were so helpful and made us feel comfortable. They were so good with our 10 year old daughter, she had so much fun!!
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Hello 🙂
We're glad to hear you enjoyed the activities, especially your daughter. Thank you very much for your review.
Big hug!
Afraid of heights…and did the jumps!!! Guides were so knowledgeable and encouraging, never felt afraid. So glad we had this amazing experience.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Hello Madeleine,
We're glad you overcame your fears of jumping 🙃 and that you were satisfied.
Thank you very much for your words and your good humour.
Big hug. 🫶
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