Local Traveling Within Zimbabwe

• Monthly Fee: US$30 / month

  • Rationale: This tier aims for accessibility while offering good value. It needs to cover event planning, local guide fees, basic refreshments, and operational costs. It can't include all trip costs, but it covers the access and curation.

• Frequency: 2 trips per year (likely 2-3 day excursions or 1-week structured trips).

• What the Subscription Covers/Benefits:

  • Access to All 2 Annual Bronze Trips/Expeditions: Members get the opportunity to join both Bronze-tier trips throughout the year. The subscription covers the planning, curation, coordination, group food and refreshments, and a significant portion of core activities/entry fees for these trips. To see exactly what is covered, refer to the Club Membership Agreement's Terms & Conditions.

  • Example Trip Coverage: For a weekend trip to Nyanga, the subscription might cover the local guide, park entry fees, one night accommodation, a group activity, food, and some light refreshments.

  • Exclusive Group Rates: Highly discounted rates negotiated by the club for accommodation and transport (e.g., bus/kombi hire) for Bronze trips. Transport is not covered. The ECC organizes and negotiates deals, but does not always pay for accommodation. Members pay these additional, reduced costs directly for each trip they join.

  • Priority Booking: Guaranteed access to sign up for Bronze trips before non-members.

  • Dedicated Local Guides: Professional, knowledgeable guides for all organized excursions.

  • Access to Member-Only Local Events:

    • Regular social mixers,

    • pop-up get-together dinners, and

    • cultural experiences in major cities (e.g., Harare, Bulawayo).

    • These are typically covered by the subscription or have minimal add-on costs.

  • Local Partner Discounts: Exclusive discounts at partner restaurants, cafes, boutiques, and wellness centers across Zimbabwean cities.

  • Private Online Community: For networking, sharing tips, and coordinating meetups.

  • Access to ECC Brands Shop: Enjoy exclusive access to the Explorers Country Club's members-only shop for ECC branded quality outfits and special items. Also enjoy a whooping 50% discount any time on all ECC brand items on the public market.

  • Social Growth: Networking and discovering new opportunities.

🥉 Bronze Membership