Canyoning Thrills with Azorean Active Blueberry in Ribeira Grande
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for individuals with normal health; basic agility and comfort in water recommended.
Overview
Navigate waterfalls by jumping, ziplining, and rappelling with Azorean Active Blueberry’s Canyoning Experience in Ribeira Grande. Discover a wild volcanic canyon where thrill and nature collide.
Canyoning Experience
The Perfect Introduction • 3h • Easy • Ages 5+
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of canyoning in Ribeira Grande, where you'll navigate stunning waterfalls through jumping, ziplining, and rappelling. Surrounded by lush greenery and geothermal wonders, this guided adventure offers a unique blend of excitement and natural beauty, making it an unforgettable outdoor escapade for all ages.
The perfect introduction to canyoning
Minimum age: 5 years old.
Suitable for everyone with a normal health situation and more than 5 years old (pregnancy is not accepted).
Duration
3 Hours
Canyoning Experience
Warm up by climbing a trail following the stream until reaching the opening scene for the canyoning adventure. The descent starts scrambling and exploring down the stream, having fun in our playground where you have the opportunity to tryout jumping, sliding and rappelling/abseiling along the drops and and small waterfalls! Our canyons have a mystic atmosphere within a luxuriant green forest among spring water from the mountain.
Trip includes:
High quality standard safety equipment, licenses, personal insurance, experienced qualified guides, photo and video service.
Safety Equipment: Neoprene wetsuit and socks, top canyoning shoes, helmet, harness and group safety equipment.
The tour will depend on water levels and weather conditions.
Need Transportation? We offer pick-up to the following places for this experience: Ponta Delgada - City Center, near Tourism Post Office If you want to be picked up in any other place, please contact for more info.
Adventure Tips
Wear suitable footwear
Canyoning shoes with good grip are essential to safely navigate wet slippery rocks.
Bring a swimsuit and towel
You’ll get wet, so come prepared to change afterward and keep warm post-tour.
Notify guides about medical conditions
If you have asthma or other conditions, inform guides to manage your safety accordingly.
Non-swimmers welcome
Swimming is recommended but not mandatory; guides provide alternative routes if needed.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Azorean bullfinch
- Madeiran wall lizard
History
Ribeira Grande’s watersheds have been shaped by volcanic eruptions dating back thousands of years, forming the dramatic canyons visited today.
Conservation
Azorean Active Blueberry emphasizes low-impact tourism, promoting preservation of native flora and minimizing disturbance to aquatic habitats.
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Recommended Gear
Neoprene wetsuit
Keeps you warm in cold water and protects against scrapes on rocks.
Canyoning shoes
Special footwear designed for traction on wet, slippery canyon surfaces.
Helmet
Protects your head during descents and falls.
Waterproof camera or phone case
Capture your adventure safely while keeping gear dry.
summer specific