Travel the World. Make a Difference.

ÃÀ¼§ÉçÇø 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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A leatherback sea turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) seen on ÃÀ¼§ÉçÇø expedition Costa Rican Sea Turtles.
Ocean Health
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Costa Rican Sea Turtles

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

North America & Central America : Parque Nacional Marino Las Baulas & Playa Cabuyal, Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica.
Lead Scientist
Frank Paladino, Ph.D.
Pilar "Bibi" Santidrián Tomillo
Chelsea Clyde-Brockway, Ph.D.
Veronica Valverde Cantillo, MSc
Duration
9 days - Each day filled with impactful activities
Starting at $3,350
Expedition Details
A woman sitting on the ground looking up in to the Costa Rican rainforest foliage.
Wildlife & Ecosystems
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Rainforest Revival in Costa Rica

Journey into the forest to restore Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula, one of the most biodiverse ecosystems in Central America.

North America & Central America : Osa Peninsula, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica
Lead Scientist
Christopher Beirne, Ph.D.
Duration
7–13 days - Each day filled with impactful activities
Starting at $2,400
Expedition Details
A Humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) raises its tail out of the water as it goes in for a deep dive (C) Dr. Lenin Oviedo
Ocean Health
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Sea of Giants: Marine Life of the Baja Peninsula

Search for dolphins, humpback whales, and whale sharks as you cruise through blue waters in Mexico.

North America & Central America : La Paz Bay, Mexico and Punta Lobos, Mexico
Lead Scientist
Lenin E. Oviedo Correa, Ph.D.
Duration
9 days - Each day filled with impactful activities
Starting at $3,750
Expedition Details
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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

The setting in Monteverde is spectacular. The field work is fun. The accommodations and meals are fabulous. Sergio and Alex’s site staff were patient and knowledgeable.

2024 ÃÀ¼§ÉçÇø Participant — Conserving Wild Bees and Other Pollinators of Costa Rica

Our Research Focus

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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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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