Canyon in Madeira
Ribeira Funda (superior)
Extreme · v5a2 III
Rappels: 22 · Max waterfall: 170 m · Min rope: 95 m
A long canyon (22 rappels, 2500 m, about 6 h of descent) with very technical and very beautiful rappels, so far descended as a reconnaissance in low water (March 2025). Detailed equipment information is not yet available.
Current status
As of March 2025Descended as an exploration with low flow; rappels very technical and beautiful; no equipment details available; the rebelay on the 160 m waterfall remains unsafe.
Hazards
The rebelay on the 160 m waterfall is not safe; a new rebelay needs to be assessed before relying on it.
Official notes
The rebelay on the C160 is not at all safe; a new rebelay should be assessed.
Anchors, flow and access change with every storm and every winter. Treat the current status as a snapshot and check the latest conditions before any descent.
Technical data
Official technical sheet
Detailed data, history and technical notes are maintained by Clube Aventura da Madeira on the Canyons da Madeira website.
Nearby and similar canyons
Other sections of the same stream, canyons in the same area, and canyons of a similar grade.