Canyon in Madeira
Ribeira dos Arcos
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Ribeira dos Arcos is a spectacular level 5 canyon in Porto Moniz, featuring an impressive 90-meter waterfall through dramatic volcanic terrain. With 14 technical rappels over 900 meters, this advanced Madeira canyoning adventure requires expert skills and strong fitness. The canyon's remote location and powerful water features create an authentic wilderness expedition. A prestigious achievement for experienced canyoneers exploring Madeira Island's challenging canyon systems.
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 (—) 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 dos Arcos, get in touch and we will advise you on the best tour for your experience, fitness level and expectations.
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