Scientific travel

Scientific travel, also known as scientific vacation, is an adventure that enables citizens to take part in research projects. During the trip, the traveler is trained and accompanied by a researcher or science educators. Among the trips featured on Cap sur l'écovolontariat, you'll find expeditions to Nepal or Kirghizia on the trail of the snow leopard, as well as stays in France to study large mammals or marine fauna.
Scientific travel often involves collecting and analyzing data on biodiversity. In this way, you contribute to the study and preservation of the environment. As well as sharing in a wonderful adventure, you'll be introduced to a range of techniques useful to science, such as photo-identification or the analysis of wild animal footprints.
Science trips are also designed to educate people of all ages about science. By understanding our environment, we can preserve it.

Inventory of the Makay chameleons in Madagascar

Participatory science Madagascar

Mission Spéciale de sciences participatives: Etude et inventaire des Caméléons et autres Reptiles du massif du Makay!
➡️ Madagascar
➡️ 18 years and over (accompanied minors)
➡️ Language: French
➡️ €2,000: tax deduction possible

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On the trail of the snow leopard in Kirghizia

Kyrgyzstan snow leopard expedition

Go on a scientific expedition to study the snow leopard in Kirghiztan.
➡️ Adults, families, accompanied young people aged 16 and over.
➡️ Scientific expedition.
➡️ French-speaking mission
➡️ From 3530 - 1200 € after tax deduction
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Study the snow leopard in Nepal

Snow leopard

In Nepal, study one of the world's most emblematic felines: the snow leopard.
➡️ April and September
➡️ Adults, families, children aged 16 and over.
➡️ Scientific expedition
➡️ €5160 - €1754.2 after tax deduction
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Dolphin summer camp
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Scientific travel: an innovative approach to biodiversity

One of the first to popularize scientific travel was Charles Darwin's HMS Beagle expedition in the 19th century. He led expeditions with scientists to collect data and explore new frontiers of science.

Charles Darwin the precursor

The concept of scientific vacations is not limited to a simple getaway! Thanks to participatory science, participants of all ages can actively contribute to research projects directly linked to environmental preservation. The educational aspect of these trips makes them a unique experience, combining learning and action in the field. Scientific trips are all about learning through action and immersion.

Citizen science and nature conservation

Citizen science plays a crucial role in gathering data to understand ecosystems. By taking part in scientific trips, volunteers, whether scientists or not, become real players in research. They observe, collect and analyze data, which is then used for conservation initiatives. This participatory approach responds positively to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs ), particularly those concerning ecology and education.
Participatory research programs have developed in many fields, including ecology, conservation, astronomy and even health... They intensify the involvement of the general public in research and reinforce the impact of scientific projects.

Ambassadors for the ecological transition

Science trips also prepare participants to be environmental advocates in their own communities, in alignment with the SDGs. The impact of these trips often goes beyond a simple educational experience, as they promote long-term behavioral changes.

Towards a sustainable future through scientific travel

Beyond the adventure and the change of scenery, scientific trips create a bridge to a more sustainable future. By combining education, active research and leisure, they offer an enriching formula that encourages awareness and action in favor of biodiversity. 

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