Amongst the lush forest, help study bees, hummingbirds, and pollinators critical to ecological health.
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 9 of 11 matchesWhy have Pacific leatherback sea turtles almost disappeared? Look for answers and solutions on Costa Rica’s beaches.
Join scientists on the largest island in the Caribbean to conduct an assessment of its diverse array of bird species.
Explore Icelandic waters amidst stunning landscapes to help study and protect killer whales.
How can we keep shark populations strong? Find answers while exploring some of the world’s most beautiful reefs.
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.
Even in a world-class protected area, wildlife needs our support. How are giraffes, rhinos, and other species faring?
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
This was my first expo with Earthwatch and as a single female was not sure what to expect, I had the most amazing learning experience and felt so humble to have played a part in this project.
Our Research Focus
Terrestrial Ecosystems
Preserve and restore forests, assess and mitigate the impacts of a changing climate, and conserve biodiversity.
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Collect essential environmental data to promote urban resiliency while helping to influence positive change.
Ocean Ecosystems
Take action to protect marine habitats, conserve biodiversity, and promote sustainable livelihoods.