How much can the humble caterpillar tell us about the world we live in? More than you might imagine.
Earthwatch expeditions pair researchers with volunteers to address some of the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. Explore our current expeditions to discover how you can make a difference.
Showing 6 of 6 matchesAmongst the lush forest, help study bees, hummingbirds, and pollinators critical to ecological health.
Search for dolphins, humpback whales, and whale sharks as you cruise through blue waters in Mexico.
Join Earthwatch in South Africa to help protect a colony of African penguins on Robben Island.
How exactly do penguins find food at sea, and how does it impact their young? Be among the first to investigate.
The once vast Atlantic Forest in Brazil has been reduced to less than one-sixth of its former size.
CUSTOM EXPEDITIONS FOR GROUPS
Explore the world together. Our expert staff can coordinate a meaningful experience for school groups, corporate employees, alumni associations, community groups, or other affiliations.
Be more than a tourist
As a new retiree, I was looking for an organization that I could become a part of that would keep me active, contribute to a worth while cause, be a learning experience, and be fun.
Our Research Focus
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Collect essential environmental data to promote urban resiliency while helping to influence positive change.
Terrestrial Ecosystems
Preserve and restore forests, assess and mitigate the impacts of a changing climate, and conserve biodiversity.
Ocean Ecosystems
Take action to protect marine habitats, conserve biodiversity, and promote sustainable livelihoods.