Tethys Research Institute - www.tethys.org

Founded in 1986, the Tethys Research Institute is a private non-profit organization specializing in cetacean research in the Mediterranean Sea. Since 1990 Tethys has been organizing whale and dolphin field courses dedicated to those who are willing to contribute to research and conservation campaigns. These courses represent a unique opportunity of observing marine mammals in their natural environment and discover the fascinating world of cetacean research. Participants of all nationalities are involved in activities conducted in the field including whale and dolphin sightings, data collection at sea with advanced methodologies and informal lectures by the Tethys staff.