Tour · Ribeira dos Caldeirões

Canyoning on São Miguel

The guided descent of Ribeira dos Caldeirões leaves from Ponta Delgada, lasts 3 to 4 hours and comes with an English-speaking guide. If you would rather see the east of the island with scenic stops, choose Povoação and Nordeste.

Waterfall and path through the greenery of Ribeira dos Caldeirões

Tours for your route

The kind of day you are booking

Canyoning is a guided activity in the water. Check the tour page for participation requirements, equipment and what to bring.

How it differs from the Nordeste tour

The land circuit splits its time between viewpoints and villages. Canyoning spends the time in a single spot and takes up part of the day.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Ribeira dos Caldeirões?

It is in the east of São Miguel, in the municipality of Nordeste. The tour on this page includes departure from Ponta Delgada.

Does canyoning take the whole day?

The published activity lasts three to four hours. Allow extra time to get to the meeting point.

Where can I check the requirements to take part?

See the activity page for the requirements, equipment and information for your date.