The Top 11 Gorges around Ilha
Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 11
to choose from around Ilha. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure around Ilha.
to choose from around Ilha. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure around Ilha.
Last updated: October 23, 2025
Pathway Through the Rocks on PR11 (Ribeiro Frio to Balcões)
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Awesome crevice through which the path leads here to get to the Balcoes
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Rock Crevice Passage in Parque Natural da Madeira
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Rock tight
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View of the Deep Valley in Parque Natural da Madeira
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One of the most beautiful levadas on the island with fantastic views.
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Waterfall in Caldeirão do Inferno Gorge
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Nice little gorge that is somewhat reminiscent of the big ones in the Alps.
While the Caldeirão do Inferno was dry in August, water still came down here.
While the Caldeirão do Inferno was dry in August, water still came down here.
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Levada do Caldeirão: Pathway Between Cliffs
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Here the Levada do Caldeirão makes an arc around the mountain, for which a piece had to be cut out of the rock.
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