Canyon in Madeira
Ribeira da Abelheira
Extreme · v5a2 II
Ribeira da Abelheira is an impressive level 5 canyoning in Madeira adventure in Santana, featuring a massive 150-meter waterfall that ranks among the island's tallest. With 8 rappels over 500 meters, this compact but intense Madeira canyoning descent delivers unforgettable vertical thrills. The canyon's remote location in Madeira Island's mountainous interior provides a true wilderness experience. Expert skills required for this advanced adventure.
Official technical sheet
Detailed data, history and technical notes are maintained by Clube Aventura da Madeira on the Canyons da Madeira website.
What to expect
This description is intentionally simple and user‑friendly. We use the official technical grading from Canyons da Madeira (v5a2 II) 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 Ribeira da Abelheira, get in touch and we will advise you on the best tour for your experience, fitness level and expectations.
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