Canyon in Madeira
Ribeira de João Gomes (Cales IV)
Intermediate · v3a2 III
Ribeira de João Gomes, also known as Cales IV, is the advanced progression in the Cales series for canyoning in Madeira, located in Funchal. This level 3 Madeira canyoning adventure features 10 rappels with a maximum height of 35 meters over a 1300-meter route. More technical than its predecessors, this canyon requires solid rope skills and good physical fitness. The descent follows João Gomes river through dramatic gorge sections. Ideal for experienced canyoneers exploring Madeira Island.
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 (v3a2 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 de João Gomes (Cales IV), get in touch and we will advise you on the best tour for your experience, fitness level and expectations.
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