Canyoning experience in Caldeirões Natural Park
Do this because
- Get out of your comfort zone under the supervision of experienced guides
- Suitable for everyone, while still challenging for the more adventurous
- Explore one of the most untouched natural areas of the Azores
What to expect
Looking for something new and fun to do, that's ideal for people of almost all ages? On this canyoning experience, you will immerse yourself in nature by exploring magnificent rivers and waterfalls using different canyoning techniques such as jumps (optional), rappels and water slides.
This excursion takes place in Parque Natural da Ribeira dos Caldeirões, one of the most extraordinary parks in the northeastern part of the island of São Miguel. Upon arrival, you will receive your equipment and then set off on a short walk of around 15 minutes to the first stop, where you will have your first safety briefing.
You will continue on a short scramble uphill where you will stop for your second safety briefing, where your guide will show you how to rappel before continuing onwards and upwards for another 10 minutes to the start of the canyon where the fun will begin!
After reaching the top of the canyon you will start the second part of your adventure. You can expect several jumps (between 2 and 7 meters in height, all optional), a natural slide and some abseils (between 5 and 15 meters in height). After your canyoning experience, you will walk back along your initial path to the starting point.
Important to know
Not suitable for:
- people exceeding 120kg
- people with back problems
- children under 6 years old
- pregnant women
Know in advance:
- hotel pickup and drop-off from/to Ponta Delgada can be booked if available. Please confirm your pickup location directly with the local operator. You'll find their contact details on your voucher after booking
- a normal level of fitness is recommended. This tour sometimes includes: walking on unstable terrain and slippery rocks, muddy slopes and small uphill and downhill scrambles
- the exact itinerary including jumps, abseils and other techniques will depend on local conditions and seasons. The terrain, landscape and flow of the stream normally change throughout the year
- suitable for most ages and all levels of canyoning experience whether you're a beginner or have done canyoning before
- if you feel uncomfortable, there are different alternatives for every obstacle
- this tour is operated by a bilingual guide (English and Portuguese)
Remember to bring:
- bathing suit (to be worn from home if possible), hair elastic band (for comfort and safety reasons, people with long hair should tie their hair back), towels and dry clothes, individual water bottle
What’s included
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
All necessary equipment
Safety briefing
Tour guide
Insurance
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
FUN Activities Azores Adventure, Estrada Regional, 9630-024 Achada, Portugal
Meeting point:
Tour without pickup: please meet at the parking lot of Parque Natural of Ribeira dos Caldeirões. Facing the waterfall, you'll find your guide and the rest of the group. Tour with pickup: please confirm the pickup place and time with the local operator. You can find their contact details on your voucher after booking.
Provider
F.Activities - Azores Adventure, Lda
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +1 208-744-6464
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