Canyon in Madeira

Córrego das Pingueiras

Extreme · v5a2 III

Córrego das Pingueiras is an extreme level 5 canyon in Porto Moniz, renowned for its massive 165-meter waterfall - one of the most impressive in Madeira canyoning. With 15 technical rappels over 450 meters requiring 90-meter ropes, this canyon demands expert skills and professional equipment. The powerful water flow creates an unforgettable descent for elite canyoneers seeking Madeira's most thrilling adventures.

Difficulty
v5a2 III
Based on v-grade scale
Location
Porto Moniz
Max waterfall
165 m
Min rope
90 m
Rappels
15
Length
450 m
Recommended level
Extreme

Official technical sheet

Detailed data, history and technical notes are maintained by Clube Aventura da Madeira on the Canyons da Madeira website.

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What to expect

This description is intentionally simple and user‑friendly. We use the official technical grading from Canyons da Madeira (v5a2 III) to help you understand the level, but our focus is on matching you with the right tour and guide, not on replacing the official canyon sheets.

If you are interested in exploring Córrego das Pingueiras, get in touch and we will advise you on the best tour for your experience, fitness level and expectations.