Canyoning experience in Ribeira da Salga
This Canyoning Tour is not for the faint of heart as it takes your through one of our more physically challenging routes, taking you into the depths of nature, in the wildest and greenest part of the island. We will hike through the forest, slide down the river, jump from the tops of wonderous waterfalls and rappel down this deep canyon.
This excursion takes place in Ribeira da Salga, located in the northeast part of the island of São Miguel, between the parishes of Lomba de São Pedro and Salga (+/- 40 minute drive away from the city of Ponta Delgada). Upon arrival, we will proceed with the distribution of equipment and a quick safety briefing, followed by a 30 minute hike towards the start of the canyon where the fun will begin!
The Half Day PLUS tour : Make our way down this canyon by jumping from high ledges into natural pools, abseil down waterfalls and wade, walk and slide down the river, ending with an uphill climb back to our starting point. We will end our trip with a well deserved picnic style lunch at a local park.
Note: It is recommended that you are in good physical shape and do not have a fear of heights, as this tour includes, at times; walking on high unstable terrain, muddy slopes, and small uphill and downhill scrambles. However, you don’t need to know how to swim. The health and safety of our clients is of our utmost priority and so we do not recommend this tour for people weighing more than 120kg.
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Why you’ll love this…
- Explore the Azorean rivers and waterfalls
- Feel the adrenaline of jumping from the cliffs
- Enjoy an adventure with expert guides
Important to know
- For the half-day tour, you can select a hotel pick-up option in the calendar
- Please confirm your pick-up location directly with our local operator. You'll find the contact details in the voucher after booking.
- This tour is operated by a bilingual guide
- The maximum number of participants per group is 8
- The minimum age to participate is 14 years
- Remember to bring a towel, swimwear, and comfortable shoes and clothes
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.
What’s included
- Expert guides
- Canyoning equipment (harness, wetsuits, socks, helmet, and boots)
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (if option selected)
- Lunch
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Lomba De São Pedro - Junta Freguesia, 9630, Portugal
Meeting point:
Half-day tour without pick-up: EN4-2, Estrada Regional, 9625-205, Portugal.
- Half-day tour without pick-up: Junta de Freguesia da Lomba de São Pedro, near the school and the bus stop.
- Half-day tour with pick-up and full-day tour: Hotel pick-up. Please confirm your pick-up place and time directly with the local operator. You can find their contact information in the voucher after booking.
Provider
F.Activities - Azores Adventure, Lda
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