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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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Bone remains discovered in Portugal
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Archaeology
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Discovering Ancient Societies in Portugal

The transition from hunter-gatherers to farming in ancient Portuguese societies is still a mystery.

Europe : Muge, Salvaterra de Magos, Santarém, Portugal
Lead Scientist
Célia Gonçalves, Ph.D.
Duration
7+ days (avg. $325 a day)
Starting at $2,995
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Help researchers investigate whether artificial reef structures can mimic natural coral communities, thereby preserving the biodiversity, ecosystem services, and human communities that rely on coral reefs. Earthwatch
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Restoring Coral Reefs in Bali

Snorkel through Bali’s coastal waters as you investigate the impact and role of artificial coral reefs.

Asia : Kubu, North Bali, Indonesia
Lead Scientist
Rick Stafford, Ph.D.
Duration
7+ days (avg. $239 a day)
Starting at $2,450
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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

This was the third Earthwatch that my wife and I have done, and it was the best of the three. This is saying quite a bit, because the other two were wonderful.

William Masse — Conserving Threatened Rhinos in South Africa

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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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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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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