Join Earthwatch in South Africa to help protect a colony of African penguins on Robben Island.
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.
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What can we learn about Italy’s ancient people from the ruins they left along the coast of Tuscany? Help us dust off clues.
Help discover and protect this delicate Alpine environment from climate change, and from ourselves.
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.
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It was another great expedition: jumping in with snorkel gear in the ocean to try and get close to manta rays (while experienced divers were attempting to obtain skin samples) and collecting plankt
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Ocean Ecosystems
Take action to protect marine habitats, conserve biodiversity, and promote sustainable livelihoods.
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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.