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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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Aboard a riverboat deep in the heart of Peru’s flooded Amazon region, you’ll help to conserve river dolphins and monkeys, and protect the fragile South American wilderness.
Wildlife & Ecosystems
Varies
Varies
Amazon Riverboat Exploration

Help conserve wildlife within the Amazon Basin by searching for pink river dolphins, primates, macaw, caiman, and giant river o

South America : Samiria River, Peru
Lead Scientist
Richard Bodmer, Ph.D.
Duration
8 days (avg. $306 a day)
Starting at $2,450
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A white rhino female with her calf (C) Lynne MacTavish
Wildlife & Ecosystems
Moderate
Moderate
Conserving Endangered Rhinos in South Africa

Rhino populations are in crisis due to the high value of rhino horn combined with widespread poaching.

Africa : Northwest Province, South Africa, Africa
Lead Scientist
Dawn Scott, Ph.D.
Duration
12 days (avg. $300 a day)
Starting at $3,595
Expedition Details
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heidelberg carousel catalina island
Ocean Health
Moderate
Moderate
Conserving Marine Life Along Catalina's Coast

Join scientists on California’s Catalina Island as you help to monitor the health of a unique marine ecosystem.

North America : Two Harbors, Catalina Island, California, United States
Lead Scientist
John Heidelberg, Ph.D.
Duration
7 days (avg. $364 a day)
Starting at $2,550
Expedition Details
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Leatherback sea turtle seen on Earthwatch expedition Costa Rican Sea Turtles.
Ocean Health
Very Active
Very Active
Costa Rican Sea Turtles

Why have Pacific leatherback sea turtles almost disappeared? Look for answers and solutions on Costa Rica’s beaches.

North America : Parque Nacional Marino Las Baulas, Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica
Lead Scientist
Frank Paladino, Ph.D.
Duration
9 days (avg. $277 a day)
Starting at $2,495
Expedition Details
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A large elephant in the distance
Wildlife & Ecosystems
Easy
Easy
Elephants and Sustainable Agriculture in Kenya

Help local farmers to conserve elephants and their habitat in southeast Kenya by implementing sustainable agriculture practices

Africa : Kasigau Corridor, Kenya (between Tsavo East and West National Parks), Kenya, Africa
Lead Scientist
Bruce A. Schulte, Ph.D.
Duration
12+ days (avg. $250 a day)
Starting at $2,995
Expedition Details
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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 and amphibian spec

North America : Lomas de Banao Ecological Reserve, Sancti Spíritus, Cuba
Lead Scientist
Natalia A. Rossi, Ph.D.
Duration
10 days (avg. $285 a day)
Starting at $2,850
Expedition Details
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mcgregor expedition
Ocean Health
Strenuous
Strenuous
Project Manta Ningaloo Reef

Help the marine life survive and thrive in the World Heritage listed Ningaloo Reef.

Australia : Coral Bay, Western Australia, Australia
Lead Scientist
Frazer McGregor, Ph.D.
Duration
8 days (avg. $312 a day)
Starting at $2,495
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A giant manta ray swims in the deep ocean (C) Getty Image - Martin Strmiska
Ocean Health
Moderate
Moderate
Protecting Peru's Giant Manta Rays

Help scientists understand why giant manta rays gather off the shores of northern Peru in order to strengthen protections for t

South America : Zorritos, Tumbes, Peru
Lead Scientist
Raquel Siccha Ramirez, Ph.D.
Duration
7 days (avg. $421 a day)
Starting at $2,950
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A large Joshua Tree at Joshua Tree National Park
Climate Change
Moderate
Moderate
Saving Joshua Tree's Desert Species

What does climate change mean for one of America’s most extraordinary national parks?

North America : Joshua Tree National Park, United States
Lead Scientist
Cameron Barrows, Ph.D.
Duration
7 days ($332 per day)
Starting at $2,325
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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

Killer Whales and Their Prey in Iceland was one of the best expeditions of the 11 that I have volunteered for to date. Here's what I enjoyed the most:

Eric Brink — Killer Whales and Their Prey in Iceland

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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