Canyon in Madeira

Ribeira da Água do Vento (inferior)

Extreme · v6a3 III

Ribeira da Água do Vento Inferior is one of Madeira's most extreme canyoning adventures, a level 6 canyon in Porto Moniz featuring a spectacular 170-meter waterfall. With 15 technical rappels requiring 160-meter ropes over 1000 meters, this elite descent demands professional expertise and exceptional fitness. The canyon's powerful water features and remote location create an unforgettable expedition. Reserved for expert canyoneers seeking the ultimate Madeira Island challenge.

Difficulty
v6a3 III
Based on v-grade scale
Location
Porto Moniz
Max waterfall
170 m
Min rope
160 m
Rappels
15
Length
1000 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 (v6a3 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 Ribeira da Água do Vento (inferior), get in touch and we will advise you on the best tour for your experience, fitness level and expectations.