Canyon in Madeira

Ribeira do Inferno (Nascente)

Extreme · v5a3 III

Ribeira do Inferno Nascente is an extreme level 5 canyon in Porto Moniz, featuring a spectacular 100-meter waterfall at the source of the famous Inferno system. With just 5 rappels over 150 meters, this compact but intense Madeira canyoning adventure delivers unforgettable vertical experiences. The powerful water features and exposed positions require expert skills and strong nerves. Reserved for elite canyoneers seeking Madeira's most challenging descents.

Difficulty
v5a3 III
Based on v-grade scale
Location
Porto Moniz
Max waterfall
100 m
Min rope
35 m
Rappels
5
Length
150 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 (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 do Inferno (Nascente), get in touch and we will advise you on the best tour for your experience, fitness level and expectations.