Canyon in Madeira
Ribeira de Santa Luzia
Extreme · v5a3 III
Ribeira de Santa Luzia is a challenging level 5 canyon near Funchal, offering one of the most impressive canyoning experiences in Madeira. This advanced Madeira canyoning adventure features a spectacular 95-meter waterfall - among the tallest rappels on the island. The 1600-meter descent with 7 technical rappels cuts through dramatic basalt formations. Strong technical skills required for this extreme canyoning Madeira experience. Water conditions vary with rainfall, making timing crucial for safe descents.
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 (v5a3 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 Santa Luzia, get in touch and we will advise you on the best tour for your experience, fitness level and expectations.
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