An ambitious project called Mars-V is slated to open in Mongolia’s Gobi Desert by 2029, offering, according to organizers, the world’s most realistic simulation of life on Mars. The site won’t just serve as a tourist attraction — it’s designed as a monthlong experiment in living like a member of humanity’s first expedition to the Red Planet.
Organizers promise a fully immersive experience: capsule-style living quarters equipped with a lab and greenhouse, freeze-dried meals, communication with Earth that includes a built-in signal delay, and a tightly regulated daily schedule that includes meditation, exercise, research, and troubleshooting.
Prospective participants will undergo a rigorous selection process, which includes physical and psychological evaluations, followed by three months of online training. Those who qualify will then form a six-person crew, surrender their phones, and spend a month isolated in the desert — cut off from roads and modern communication. The nearest settlement lies a 10-hour drive away.
The Gobi Desert is considered one of the most «Martian» landscapes on Earth, with vast red sand plains, extreme temperature swings — from 45°C to -40°C — and an arid, otherworldly atmosphere.
The program is scheduled to run during the cold season, from October to March, when temperatures can drop to as low as -30°C. Even the camp’s modular structures draw inspiration from traditional Mongolian yurts, blending local heritage with futuristic design.

Published Date:2025-11-12