Desertification & Soil Science
Examine the causes and consequences of land degradation.
Educational trip
Spain: National Parks & The Reforestation Mission
Southern Spain is drying out, and someone has to plant the trees. Walk national parks, meet the cork oaks, and take part in the reforestation that holds the desert back.
From$1050 per person
Duration7 days, 6 nights
SubjectsBiology, Geography, Environmental Systems (ESS), Ecology
LevelsMiddle & High School (Grades 7-12), College/University
Overview
About this journey
From the high peaks of the Sierra Nevada to the cork oak groves of Andalusia, discover how Spain is fighting desertification through innovative reforestation and soil restoration.
- Examine desertification and its causes across southern Spain
- Participate in a hands-on reforestation and soil-restoration project
- Study cork oak ecosystems and sustainable forestry practices
- Analyze national park management and biodiversity conservation strategies
Educational & Experiential
Learning-focused travel with real-world insights.
Tailored Programs
Customized journeys to fit your curriculum.
Expert-Guided Tours
Led by professionals for in-depth exploration.
Global Learning, Local Impact
Connecting travelers with communities sustainably.
Journey gallery
Moments from the journey
From Sierra Nevada’s high peaks to Andalusia’s cork oak groves, this journey pairs national park exploration with hands-on ecological restoration.
Key themes
What students investigate
Discover how reforestation, soil restoration, and national park management combat desertification in Spain.
Hands-on Reforestation
Contribute directly to an active tree-planting and restoration project.
Cork Oak Ecosystems
Study sustainable forestry and the cork oak's ecological role.
National Park Conservation
Analyze how protected areas balance biodiversity and public access.
Edulux Compass
By participating in the core to the trip — the reforestation planting project; this journey contributes to SDG 15.
What's included
Sites and visits
- Sierra Nevada National ParkProtected mountain landscape showcasing diverse ecosystems, alpine biodiversity, and the impacts of climate change.
- Andalusian Cork Oak GrovesUnique Mediterranean forests demonstrating sustainable forestry and the ecological importance of cork oak ecosystems.
- Reforestation Project SiteHands-on conservation site where students contribute directly to habitat restoration and soil recovery efforts.
- Alhambra Region, GranadaHistoric landscape where centuries of human settlement coexist with the natural environment of Andalusia.
- Doñana WetlandsOne of Europe's most important protected wetlands, renowned for its exceptional biodiversity and wildlife conservation efforts.
Explore and reserve
Ready to help fight desertification firsthand?
This journey through Spain’s national parks pairs field science with hands-on reforestation.