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SKILL BUILDER
INTERMEDIATE
18 RAPPELS
Ribeira do Folhado: The 18-Rappel Progression Canyon
Master your canyoning technique with 18 progressive rappels. The essential intermediate canyon for building skills after beginner routes. Pure technical development in stunning Madeira scenery.
18 Rappels
Skill development
4-5 Hours
Technical pace
Max 30m
Rappel height
v3a2II
Intermediate
Why Folhado is THE Skill-Building Canyon
18 Rappels = 18 Chances to Perfect Technique
Each descent builds on the last. By rappel #18, you'll have muscle memory for proper positioning, rope management, and water navigation. This repetition is why operators recommend Folhado as THE progression canyon.
Progressive Difficulty
- Starts easy: 5-10m rappels build confidence
- Builds gradually: 15-25m mid-section
- Tests skills: 30m finale challenges you
- Perfect preparation for advanced 40-60m routes
Operator Perspective:
After Folhado, clients are ready for advanced canyons like Ribeira Funda (60m). The 18-rappel experience builds confidence and competence operators can see immediately.
Technical Specifications
| Difficulty | v3a2II Intermediate |
| Total Rappels | 18 descents |
| Max Rappel | 30m |
| Duration | 4-5 hours |
| Experience | 2-3 previous beginner canyons recommended |
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