Rhino populations are in crisis due to the high value of rhino horn combined with widespread poaching.
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 14 matchesAmongst the lush forest, help study bees, hummingbirds, and pollinators critical to ecological health.
Why 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.
Join scientists along the Gulf Coast of Texas to protect the winter home of the endangered whooping crane.
Explore Icelandic waters amidst stunning landscapes to help study and protect killer whales.
Snorkel through Bali’s coastal waters as you investigate the impact and role of artificial coral reefs.
Search for dolphins, humpback whales, and whale sharks as you cruise through blue waters in Mexico.
How can we keep shark populations strong? Find answers while exploring some of the world’s most beautiful reefs.
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 an experienced SCUBA enthusiast, the shark and ray education I received will enable me to be more keenly aware of the environmental impact the species, as well as me, has.
Our Research Focus
Ocean Ecosystems
Take action to protect marine habitats, conserve biodiversity, and promote sustainable livelihoods.
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.