Canyon in Madeira

Ribeira da Água Negra (inferior)

Beginner · v2a2 III

Ribeira da Água Negra Inferior is a scenic level 2 canyon in Calheta, perfect for beginner canyoning in Madeira. With 12 rappels and a gentle 20-meter maximum waterfall over 850 meters, this accessible adventure is ideal for families and first-time canyoneers. The extended route through beautiful south coast terrain provides excellent value. Our Madeira canyoning tours include all equipment and expert instruction for a memorable introduction.

Difficulty
v2a2 III
Based on v-grade scale
Location
Calheta
Max waterfall
20 m
Min rope
16 m
Rappels
12
Length
850 m
Recommended level
Beginner

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 (v2a2 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 Negra (inferior), get in touch and we will advise you on the best tour for your experience, fitness level and expectations.