An ancient lake, a river delta, and the search for past life
Jezero Crater
Phase 1: Robotic exploration concept
Simulated robotic science and exploration inspired by real Mars missions.
Future community simulation
Life on Mars
Homes, neighbors, shared meals and small everyday moments.
Real places · Official mission archives
Landmarks & Mission History
Jezero Delta
Perseverance studies an ancient lake-and-delta setting and collects rock samples. The delta helps scientists investigate past habitability.
History · 19 April 2021 first flightIngenuity Flight Region
Ingenuity demonstrated powered, controlled flight on another planet. Its flight archive shows how aerial scouting complemented surface exploration in Jezero.
About this Site
Explore the ancient lakebed and delta that NASA selected for Perseverance. Layered sediments and diverse rocks make this a compelling setting for sample documentation and geology missions. Rental robots and facilities shown here are simulated.
What You'll See
Site Conditions
Terrain
Delta deposits, rocky ridges, sandy patches
Temperature
Variable by season; Mars overall: about -153°C to 20°C
Sunlight
24 h 39 min sol; daylight varies by latitude and season
Established
Prototype destination
Coordinates
18.44°N, 77.45°E
Ready to explore?
Rent an Explorer , $150/hrLive Activity at Jezero Crater
Completed a simulated Mars exploration task
Completed a simulated Mars exploration task
Completed a simulated Mars exploration task
Rent an Explorer
Choose an Optimus Explorer to control at Jezero Crater
Crater Walker Alpha
Optimus Explorer X1
Battery
94%
Rate
$250/hr
Missions
1,203
Uptime
99.2%
Demonstration fleet robot. Not deployed on Mars.
Rim Runner
Optimus Explorer X2
Battery
87%
Rate
$320/hr
Missions
876
Uptime
98.7%
Deep Diver
Optimus Explorer HD
Battery
45%
Rate
$450/hr
Missions
412
Uptime
97.8%
Dusty
Optimus Explorer Scout
Battery
100%
Rate
$150/hr
Missions
2,340
Uptime
99.6%
Demonstration fleet robot. Not deployed on Mars.
Available Missions
8 jobs (5 from Earth), 1 tours, 4 activities
Paid Jobs
8Crater Rim Photography Survey
Easy2 hours · 12 applicants this week
Preview crater rim photography survey at Jezero Crater in the Mars simulation. Plan a route, review terrain and queue autonomous tasks. Real Mars communications take approximately 3 to 22 minutes each way, so this concept uses mission planning rather than live joystick control. Robots, payouts, bookings and activity records are demonstration data.
$85
you earn
+$25 bonus
Requirements
- →Use the browser simulation
- →Review the route and safety constraints
Deliverables
- ✓Simulated mission report
- ✓Recorded observations
Central Peak Rock Sample Collection
Hard4 hours · 4 applicants this week
Preview central peak rock sample collection at Jezero Crater in the Mars simulation. Plan a route, review terrain and queue autonomous tasks. Real Mars communications take approximately 3 to 22 minutes each way, so this concept uses mission planning rather than live joystick control. Robots, payouts, bookings and activity records are demonstration data.
$200
you earn
+$75 bonus
Requirements
- →Use the browser simulation
- →Review the route and safety constraints
Deliverables
- ✓Simulated mission report
- ✓Recorded observations
Seismic Sensor Calibration
Medium3 hours · 8 applicants this week
Preview seismic sensor calibration at Jezero Crater in the Mars simulation. Plan a route, review terrain and queue autonomous tasks. Real Mars communications take approximately 3 to 22 minutes each way, so this concept uses mission planning rather than live joystick control. Robots, payouts, bookings and activity records are demonstration data.
$120
you earn
Requirements
- →Use the browser simulation
- →Review the route and safety constraints
Deliverables
- ✓Simulated mission report
- ✓Recorded observations
Seismic Data Analyst , Tycho Monitoring Network
MediumWork from Earth4 hours/week (recurring) · 34 applicants this week
Preview seismic data analyst , tycho monitoring network at Jezero Crater in the Mars simulation. Plan a route, review terrain and queue autonomous tasks. Real Mars communications take approximately 3 to 22 minutes each way, so this concept uses mission planning rather than live joystick control. Robots, payouts, bookings and activity records are demonstration data.
$180
you earn
+$50 bonus
Requirements
- →Use the browser simulation
- →Review the route and safety constraints
Deliverables
- ✓Simulated mission report
- ✓Recorded observations
LTV Navigation Algorithm Trainer
EasyWork from Earth3 hours · 156 applicants this week
Preview ltv navigation algorithm trainer at Jezero Crater in the Mars simulation. Plan a route, review terrain and queue autonomous tasks. Real Mars communications take approximately 3 to 22 minutes each way, so this concept uses mission planning rather than live joystick control. Robots, payouts, bookings and activity records are demonstration data.
$95
you earn
Requirements
- →Use the browser simulation
- →Review the route and safety constraints
Deliverables
- ✓Simulated mission report
- ✓Recorded observations
Crater Geology Report Writer
HardWork from Earth8 hours · 8 applicants this week
Preview crater geology report writer at Jezero Crater in the Mars simulation. Plan a route, review terrain and queue autonomous tasks. Real Mars communications take approximately 3 to 22 minutes each way, so this concept uses mission planning rather than live joystick control. Robots, payouts, bookings and activity records are demonstration data.
$250
you earn
+$100 bonus
Requirements
- →Use the browser simulation
- →Review the route and safety constraints
Deliverables
- ✓Simulated mission report
- ✓Recorded observations
Explorer Operator Helpdesk , New User Support
EasyWork from Earth1 hour · 412 applicants this week
Preview explorer operator helpdesk , new user support at Jezero Crater in the Mars simulation. Plan a route, review terrain and queue autonomous tasks. Real Mars communications take approximately 3 to 22 minutes each way, so this concept uses mission planning rather than live joystick control. Robots, payouts, bookings and activity records are demonstration data.
$45
you earn
Requirements
- →Use the browser simulation
- →Review the route and safety constraints
Deliverables
- ✓Simulated mission report
- ✓Recorded observations
Highlights Reel Narrator , Weekly Tycho Digest
EasyWork from Earth1 hour/week (recurring) · 278 applicants this week
Preview highlights reel narrator , weekly tycho digest at Jezero Crater in the Mars simulation. Plan a route, review terrain and queue autonomous tasks. Real Mars communications take approximately 3 to 22 minutes each way, so this concept uses mission planning rather than live joystick control. Robots, payouts, bookings and activity records are demonstration data.
$40
you earn
Requirements
- →Use the browser simulation
- →Review the route and safety constraints
Deliverables
- ✓Simulated mission report
- ✓Recorded observations
Sightseeing Tours
1Jezero Crater Rim Scenic Drive
Easy1.5 hours · 87 bookings this week
Preview jezero crater rim scenic drive at Jezero Crater in the Mars simulation. Plan a route, review terrain and queue autonomous tasks. Real Mars communications take approximately 3 to 22 minutes each way, so this concept uses mission planning rather than live joystick control. Robots, payouts, bookings and activity records are demonstration data.
$65
per person
What's Included
- →Use the browser simulation
- →Review the route and safety constraints
What You Get
- ✓Simulated mission report
- ✓Recorded observations
Activities
4Martian Golf , Crater Edition
Easy45 minutes · 214 bookings this week
Preview martian golf , crater edition at Jezero Crater in the Mars simulation. Plan a route, review terrain and queue autonomous tasks. Real Mars communications take approximately 3 to 22 minutes each way, so this concept uses mission planning rather than live joystick control. Robots, payouts, bookings and activity records are demonstration data.
$45
per person
What's Included
- →Use the browser simulation
- →Review the route and safety constraints
What You Get
- ✓Simulated mission report
- ✓Recorded observations
Regolith Art , Draw on Mars
Easy1 hour · 342 bookings this week
Preview regolith art , draw on the mars at Jezero Crater in the Mars simulation. Plan a route, review terrain and queue autonomous tasks. Real Mars communications take approximately 3 to 22 minutes each way, so this concept uses mission planning rather than live joystick control. Robots, payouts, bookings and activity records are demonstration data.
$55
per person
What's Included
- →Use the browser simulation
- →Review the route and safety constraints
What You Get
- ✓Simulated mission report
- ✓Recorded observations
Martian Discus & Javelin Throw
Easy1 hour · 178 bookings this week
Preview martian discus & javelin throw at Jezero Crater in the Mars simulation. Plan a route, review terrain and queue autonomous tasks. Real Mars communications take approximately 3 to 22 minutes each way, so this concept uses mission planning rather than live joystick control. Robots, payouts, bookings and activity records are demonstration data.
$50
per person
What's Included
- →Use the browser simulation
- →Review the route and safety constraints
What You Get
- ✓Simulated mission report
- ✓Recorded observations
Martian Bowling , Boulder Alley
Easy45 minutes · 298 bookings this week
Preview martian bowling , boulder alley at Jezero Crater in the Mars simulation. Plan a route, review terrain and queue autonomous tasks. Real Mars communications take approximately 3 to 22 minutes each way, so this concept uses mission planning rather than live joystick control. Robots, payouts, bookings and activity records are demonstration data.
$40
per person
What's Included
- →Use the browser simulation
- →Review the route and safety constraints
What You Get
- ✓Simulated mission report
- ✓Recorded observations