Canyon in Madeira

Ribeiro Bonito (Inferior)

Beginner · v2a3 III

Ribeiro Bonito Inferior is a scenic level 2 canyon in Santana, offering 5 rappels with a 21-meter maximum waterfall over 1300 meters. This beginner-friendly Madeira canyoning tour combines easy technical challenges with an extended journey through beautiful laurisilva forest. The UNESCO-protected woodland setting makes this a unique nature experience. Perfect for those seeking a relaxed introduction to canyoning in Madeira.

Difficulty
v2a3 III
Based on v-grade scale
Location
Santana
Max waterfall
21 m
Min rope
25 m
Rappels
5
Length
1300 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 (v2a3 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 Ribeiro Bonito (Inferior), get in touch and we will advise you on the best tour for your experience, fitness level and expectations.