Canyon in Madeira
Ribeira do Inferno (inferior)
Intermediate · v3a4 IV
Ribeira do Inferno Inferior is one of the longest and most demanding canyoning in Madeira experiences, stretching 3100 meters through São Vicente's dramatic landscape. This level 3-4 Madeira canyoning adventure features 27 rappels with waterfalls up to 42 meters, offering a full-day expedition for experienced canyoneers. The name 'Hell's River' reflects the canyon's challenging nature with sustained technical sections. Best attempted in summer when water levels are manageable. A true test of Madeira Island canyoning endurance.
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 (v3a4 IV) 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 do Inferno (inferior), get in touch and we will advise you on the best tour for your experience, fitness level and expectations.
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