GENERAL RULE
El Zopilote aims to be a Sustainability Education Center where travelers of all kinds can learn, participate in activities, and share experiences at accessible prices, suitable for both young and older travelers, simple travelers, and those who are not necessarily wealthy.
For this reason, we offer different participation options, where the facilitators of each activity decide how to proceed in each case.
1) Contribution-based activities
These activities do not have a fixed price.
However, a contribution from all participants is expected, as this is what allows facilitators to sustain themselves and continue offering their work.
Participants are invited to contribute according to their possibilities and the value they receive.
This system ensures accessibility for everyone while also supporting the people who make the activities possible.
The facilitator of the activity receives something in return, such as a meal or another form of support.
2) Contribution-based activities with a minimum
Some activities require a minimum contribution.
This means:
There is a base amount that everyone pays
Participants may contribute more if they wish
The minimum ensures that facilitators can cover their time, energy, and basic costs, while still allowing flexibility and generosity.
It is the responsibility of the facilitator to decide whether to request more than the minimum during the activity.
The minimum is paid at reception. The reception keeps 30% of the total for El Zopilote. The facilitator receives 70% plus any extra contribution given, without deducting the 30% from the extra amount.
3) Paid activities
Some activities have a fixed price.
In these cases:
The price is clearly defined in advance
The same price applies to everyone
This system is used for activities that require more structure, preparation, or materials.
Payment is made at reception. The facilitator receives 70% of the total, while 30% remains with El Zopilote.
Volunteers PR (Public Relations) and standard volunteers in relation to Zopilote activities
The volunteer responsible for promoting activities (Public Relations) may request facilitators the possibility of participating in activities for free, as they are responsible for their communication and promotion.
From the Zopilote’s perspective, it is generally considered beneficial to offer free participation to PR volunteers, as this contributes to the promotion of activities and increases their visibility. However, the final decision always belongs to the activity facilitator, who evaluates each case individually and decides whether or not to grant free access.
Standard volunteers at Zopilote may request a discount on activities. In this case, the facilitator is not obliged to grant it and maintains full discretion in the decision.