Canyon in Madeira

Ribeira do Poço do Búzio

Beginner · v2a2 II

Ribeira do Poço do Búzio is a gentle level 2 canyon in the São Vicente/Boaventura area, ideal for beginner canyoning in Madeira. With just 4 rappels and an 18-meter maximum waterfall over 300 meters, this short adventure is perfect for families and those new to the sport. The compact route provides an excellent introduction to Madeira canyoning techniques. Our professional guides ensure a safe, enjoyable experience with all equipment provided.

Difficulty
v2a2 II
Based on v-grade scale
Location
São Vicente / Boaventura
Max waterfall
18 m
Min rope
20 m
Rappels
4
Length
300 m
Recommended level
Beginner

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 (v2a2 II) 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 Poço do Búzio, get in touch and we will advise you on the best tour for your experience, fitness level and expectations.