Reach the World’s one-to-many virtual exchange journeys allow K-12 students to follow real expeditions and explorers into the field. Through written articles and live video conferences, students witness the explorer mindset in action, examine STEM careers, and expand their personal frontiers.
Classrooms can join LIVE virtual exchanges as they are happening around the world, or select any one of the free, customized itineraries (available as 4-, 6-, or 8-week experiences) and relive recent expedition experiences on-demand. Email [email protected] or click here to embark whenever you’re ready!
HMS Oardacious Valkyries
Themes: Resilience (SEL), Extreme EnvironmentsHMS Oardacious Valkyries
Join an all-female team of Royal Navy Submariners as they row 3,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean from the coast of Africa (the Canary Islands) to the Caribbean (Antigua) and take us with them!
Exploring Peace in Bosnia
Themes: Conflict Resolution, Resilience (SEL)Exploring Peace in Bosnia
Hi, I’m Julia, and I’m a Fulbright Scholar studying peace, development and security in the Eastern European country of Serbia. What can Serbia teach us about peace and getting along? Let’s find out!
Jacqui's Expedition to Peru
Themes: Conservation, Freshwater Resources, EngineeringJacqui's Expedition to Peru
Hello, explorers! My name is Jacqui, and I’m a Peace Corps Volunteer in Peru! Join me as I use my civil engineering background to help protect communities’ access to clean drinking water.
Cleanest Air on Earth Expedition
Themes: Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Extreme EnvironmentsCleanest Air on Earth Expedition
What clues can the clouds above the Southern Ocean (between Australia and Antarctica) give us about how the natural world interacts with itself? Let’s take to the high seas to find out!
Cheetah Conservation in Namibia
Themes: Conservation, Human-Wildlife Conflict, Local Flora & FaunaCheetah Conservation in Namibia
Big cat lover? Journey to Namibia to see how the Cheetah Conservation Fund is helping the world’s fastest land mammal survive in the midst of increased human-wildlife conflict in Africa.
Endurance22 Expedition to Antarctica
Themes: Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Local Flora & Fauna, Extreme Environments, Technology, ArchaeologyEndurance22 Expedition to Antarctica
More than 100 years after Ernest Shackleton’s ship, Endurance, sank off Antarctica, a team of underwater search experts is going back to find it! Are you ready to join Reach the World’s most epic virtual exchange expedition yet?
Tyrrhenian Continent-Ocean Transition Expedition
Themes: Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Extreme Environments, GeologyTyrrhenian Continent-Ocean Transition Expedition
Underwater volcanic activity off the coast of Italy is bringing rock from deep inside the planet to the surface of the seabed. What clues to Earth’s inner workings will the JOIDES Resolution uncover?
Li's Expedition to Colombia
Themes: Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Conservation, Culture, Local Flora & Fauna, BiodiversityLi's Expedition to Colombia
Hi, I’m Li, and I use my microscope to take a closer look at the incredible insects and other small creatures throughout Colombia’s tropical dry forest ecosystem. What creatures can we discover together?
Madison's Expedition to Brazil
Themes: Culture, HistoryMadison's Expedition to Brazil
Hey, I’m Madison, and I am a Fulbright Program researcher currently exploring Brazil through the lens of history and immigration. Let’s use clues from history to learn about Brazil—and ourselves!
NW Greenland Glaciated Margin Expedition
Themes: Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Extreme Environments, GeologyNW Greenland Glaciated Margin Expedition
What can sediment cores collected far beneath the ocean surface off northwestern Greenland tell us about the great Greenland Ice Sheet that currently covers 80% of the island? Climb aboard the JOIDES Resolution as we investigate together!
Kelly's Expedition to Mozambique
Themes: Scientific Fieldwork, Conservation, Local Flora & Fauna, PhotographyKelly's Expedition to Mozambique
Hi! I’m Kelly, and I am traveling to Tofo Beach, Mozambique to photograph whale sharks and help to protect them in these waters. Want to join me for this epic underwater adventure? Let’s go!
Erin's Expedition to Patagonia
Themes: Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, LanguagesErin's Expedition to Patagonia
Hi, I’m Erin, and I am journeying to Argentina’s Patagonia region to explore language and music revitalization among Indigenous Mapuche communities. How do I investigate language? Let me show you!
Hellenic Arc Volcanic Field Expedition
Themes: Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Extreme Environments, GeologyHellenic Arc Volcanic Field Expedition
Join scientists aboard the JOIDES Resolution as they collect underwater rock and sediment cores inside the caldera of Santorini, Greece–the site of one of the world’s largest-ever volcanic eruptions!
HMS Oardacious
Themes: Resilience (SEL), Extreme EnvironmentsHMS Oardacious
Hit the high seas with Royal Navy Submariners as they race to row the 3,000 miles from the coast of Africa (the Canary Islands) to the Caribbean (Antigua), demonstrating resilience through adversity.
Abigail's Expedition to Peru
Themes: Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Conservation, Local Flora & FaunaAbigail's Expedition to Peru
Hola! Hello! I’m Abigail, and I am currently living in Peru studying the extent of water pollution in the Amazon River. Follow along as I meet new friends, try new foods, and explore my new home!
Jane's Expedition to Mexico
Themes: Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Conservation, Local Flora & FaunaJane's Expedition to Mexico
Hi, I’m Jane, and I have journeyed to the Caribbean coast of Mexico to track what may be a new species of oceanic manta! Join me as I track these amazing animals and learn how to best protect them.
Expedition to Mount Everest
Themes: Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Climate Change, Extreme Environments, ConservationExpedition to Mount Everest
Explorers flock to climb it, scientists study it closely, and the Nepalese call it the “Goddess of the Sky”. What makes Mount Everest so irresistible? Let’s climb to the top of the world to find out!
Scientific Drilling in the South Atlantic Ocean
Themes: Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Climate Change, Extreme Environments, GeologyScientific Drilling in the South Atlantic Ocean
What can we learn by drilling holes in the seabed far beneath the South Atlantic Ocean? Climb aboard the JOIDES Resolution as a team of scientists investigate the land beneath the water!
Alexandra's Expedition to Iceland
Themes: Sustainable Development, Conservation, Culture, Local Flora & FaunaAlexandra's Expedition to Iceland
Hi, I’m Alexandra, and I live on the island country of Iceland. From waterfalls and glaciers to volcanos and traditions that date back to the time of Vikings, there’s so much we can explore together!
Colin's Expedition to Costa Rica
Themes: Sustainable Development, Conservation, Culture, Local Flora & Fauna, Tourism, BiodiversityColin's Expedition to Costa Rica
Costa Rica is home to an estimated 500,000 species of plants and animals, making it one of the most biodiverse places on Earth. Join me as I explore this special place through a conservation lens.
ARCSPIN Expedition to Arctic Alaska
Themes: Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Conservation, Climate Change, Local Flora & Fauna, Extreme EnvironmentsARCSPIN Expedition to Arctic Alaska
Travel to the frontline of climate change in far-north Alaska alongside a team of researchers who are investigating the relationship between melting permafrost and changes within clouds.
Unlocking the Oceans' Secrets
Themes: Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Extreme Environments, Technology, Sustainable DevelopmentUnlocking the Oceans' Secrets
What lies in the darkest, most remote depths of our oceans? The explorers at Ocean Infinity are using cutting-edge technology to explore Earth’s last major frontier–and you can join the expedition!
Charly's Expedition to Australia
Themes: Kangaroos, Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Conservation, Climate Change, Local Flora & FaunaCharly's Expedition to Australia
Hi! I am Charly Plaisir, a wildlife biologist specialized in eastern grey kangaroos. I travel once a year from Canada to Australia to observe kangaroos in their natural environment. Join me!
MOSAiC Expedition to the Central Arctic
Themes: Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Conservation, Climate Change, Local Flora & Fauna, Extreme Environments, BiodiversityMOSAiC Expedition to the Central Arctic
Join the most extensive Central Arctic research expedition in history! Connect with MOSAiC’s international team of researchers, as they return from the top of the globe and share their experiences.
Women of The Explorers Club
Themes: Women in STEM, Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Conservation, Extreme EnvironmentsWomen of The Explorers Club
Meet the women of The Explorers Club! These scientific researchers and explorers are at the forefront of discovery worldwide. What does it mean to be a woman in exploration? Let’s ask them!
Mai's Expedition to Madagascar
Themes: Leeches, Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Conservation, Local Flora & Fauna, BiodiversityMai's Expedition to Madagascar
Hi, I’m Mai! I hope you’ll join my expedition to Madagascar, where I’ll be collecting leeches in a “Lost Forest” and using them to learn more about the unique animals that live there.
Carlos' Expedition to the Northern Peatlands
Themes: Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Climate Change, Local Flora & FaunaCarlos' Expedition to the Northern Peatlands
Hi, I’m Carlos, and I study the effects of global climate change. Join me on an expedition to the peatlands of Northern Ontario, where we will study small critters that perform a big, important job.
The World of Modern Mapping
Themes: Geography, Technology, Scientific Fieldwork, STEMThe World of Modern Mapping
How can modern maps help us see the world in an entirely new way? The experts at Esri are using advanced mapping technology to identify and solve complex, real-world problems–let’s see how!
Jesse's BackyardBio Expedition
Themes: Citizen Science, STEM, Conservation, Local Flora & Fauna, BiodiversityJesse's BackyardBio Expedition
Do you know what’s living in your own backyard? We’re on a mission to connect more deeply with the wildlife all around us, sharing backyard discoveries from around the world! What will you find?
Alyssa's Expedition to Cambodia
Themes: Archeology, Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, CultureAlyssa's Expedition to Cambodia
My name is Alyssa, and I’m a space archeologist! I’m living in Cambodia, conducting research on the archaeology that I’ve spent the last year mapping with satellite imagery. Join me on this adventure!
Cambodia Expedition
Themes: Turtles, Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Conservation, Culture, Local Flora & Fauna, Sustainable DevelopmentCambodia Expedition
Ten young members of The Explorers Club have come together to embark on a journey down Cambodia’s Mekong River, traveling into remote areas using inflatable pack rafts. Follow along!
Inspiring Explorer's Expedition to Antarctica
Themes: Conservation, Local Flora & Fauna, Extreme EnvironmentsInspiring Explorer's Expedition to Antarctica
What is it like to journey to Antarctica, following in the footsteps of bold, early polar explorers? Join the Inspiring Explorers as they share their adventures from the bottom of the world!
Colin's Expedition to Antarctica
Themes: Conservation, Local Flora & Fauna, Tourism, Extreme Environments, Sustainable DevelopmentColin's Expedition to Antarctica
Hi, I’m Colin! Join me as I journey south to what’s known as the Last Continent–Antarctica! Let’s see what adventures await us on the ice and snow at the bottom of the world.
Julianne's Expedition to Botswana
Themes: Perseverance, Cycling, Culture, Local Flora & FaunaJulianne's Expedition to Botswana
Hi! I’m Julianne, and I am a professional photographer and adventurer. Join me on a more than 1,000-mile biking expedition across Botswana and Namibia. What will we see along the way?
Lynn's Expedition to Kenya
Themes: Elephants, Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Conservation, Culture, Local Flora & Fauna, Sustainable DevelopmentLynn's Expedition to Kenya
Hello, young explorers! My name is Lynn, and I’m a PhD student currently studying African savannah elephant movements and behavior in Kasigau Wildlife Corridor in Kenya. I’m so happy you can join me!
Weddell Sea Expedition to Antarctica
Themes: Ernest Shackleton, Scientific Fieldwork, STEM, Conservation, Climate Change, Local Flora & Fauna, Extreme Environments, BiodiversityWeddell Sea Expedition to Antarctica
Hi, I’m Holly! Join me on an expedition to the Weddell Sea off Antarctica. I will bring you along as we attempt to solve unanswered questions about this remote area. In addition to our scientific research, we will be searching for Ernest Shackleton’s lost ship, Endurance!
Wind Surf's Expedition to the Caribbean
Themes: Culture, Local Flora & Fauna, Tourism, Sustainable DevelopmentWind Surf's Expedition to the Caribbean
Are you ready to embark on a virtual circumnavigation of the Caribbean aboard Wind Surf? Let’s experience life on-board one of the world’s largest sailing ships and explore the islands.