Travel the World. Make a Difference.

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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climate change at acadia national park
Climate Change
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Moderate
Climate Change: Sea to Trees at Acadia National Park

How is a national treasure being reshaped by the changing climate?

North America : Acadia National Park, Maine, United States
Lead Scientist
Abraham Miller-Rushing, Ph.D.
Duration
7 days (avg. $399 a day)
Starting at $2,795
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A brightly colored parrot in a tree
Wildlife & Ecosystems
Moderate
Moderate
Mapping Biodiversity in Cuba

Join scientists on the largest island in the Caribbean to conduct an assessment of its diverse array of bird species.

North America : Lomas de Banao Ecological Reserve, Sancti Spíritus, Cuba
Lead Scientist
Natalia A. Rossi, Ph.D.
Duration
10 days (avg. $333 a day)
Starting at $3,325
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More than a third of sharks and rays around the world are at risk of extinction, making them the second most threatened vertebrate group on earth (after amphibians).
Ocean Health
Moderate
Moderate
Tracking Sharks and Rays in Florida

Survey a variety of shark and ray species in Florida to help ensure the populations are protected from overexploitation and env

North America : Sarasota, Florida
Lead Scientist
Demian Chapman, Ph.D.
Duration
8 days (avg. $374 a day)
Starting at $2,995
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CUSTOM EXPEDITIONS FOR GROUPS & CORPORATE PARTNERS

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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Be more than a tourist

Uncovering the Mysteries of the Colorado Pueblo Communities is a fantastic program! This was my first Earth Watch experience and it far exceeded my expectations!

Sheila Cooke-Kayser — Uncovering the Mysteries of Colorado's Pueblo Communities

Our Research Focus

Take action to protect marine habitats, conserve biodiversity, and promote sustainable livelihoods.

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.

Sustainable Cities and Communities

Collect essential environmental data to promote urban resiliency while helping to influence positive change.

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Preserve and restore forests, assess and mitigate the impacts of a changing climate, and conserve biodiversity.

Terrestrial Ecosystems

Preserve and restore forests, assess and mitigate the impacts of a changing climate, and conserve biodiversity. 

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