Canyon in Madeira

Ribeira da Quebrada

Extreme · v5a2 III

Ribeira da Quebrada is a spectacular level 5 canyon in Porto Moniz, one of the most extreme canyoning experiences in Madeira. Renowned for its dramatic 120-meter waterfall - one of Madeira's tallest rappels - this challenging 1100-meter descent features 22 rappels through pristine wilderness. This advanced Madeira canyoning adventure includes narrow slot sections and powerful water features. Suitable only for expert canyoneers with advanced technical skills. Best conditions June-September.

Difficulty
v5a2 III
Based on v-grade scale
Location
Porto Moniz
Max waterfall
120 m
Min rope
75 m
Rappels
22
Length
1100 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 Ribeira da Quebrada, get in touch and we will advise you on the best tour for your experience, fitness level and expectations.