Aurimas Mockus
Aurimas Mockus is a Lithuanian adventurer and social activist known for embarking on a remarkable solo journey across the Pacific Ocean. He began his expedition on October 15, 2023, from San Diego, California, paddling his single-rowing boat named 'Kuršis' with the ambitious goal of reaching Brisbane, Australia, after covering approximately 12,000 kilometers. His journey aims not only to set a world record as the first person to complete this route but also to raise awareness for various social causes. Recently, he faced challenges due to unfavorable weather conditions that could alter his planned course, prompting him to consider alternative routes to reach his destination.
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Aurimas Mockus shared unseen footage from the eye of the storm on his Facebook page.
Metai po dramos vandenyne: Aurimas Mockus pasidalijo nematytais kadrais iš audros epicentro | Gyvenimas
Lithuania· 2026-03-02Aurimas Mockus is a traveler who has a warm relationship with the Laluna radio station.
Pasaulinę radijo dieną – eksperimentas: laidų vedėjų kėdės patikėtos Lietuvos žvaigždėms | VardaiLithuania· 2026-02-14
Aurimas Mockus participated in a charity padel tournament to support seriously ill children.
Garsenybės susibūrė kilniam tikslui: labdaringame renginyje sužaidė padelį, aukcione – ypatingi prizai | VardaiLithuania· 2025-10-12
Aurimas Mockus had to abandon his crossing attempt of the Pacific Ocean due to Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
Scottish brothers cross Pacific in fastest-ever time
Taiwan· 2025-08-31
Aurimas Mockus attempted to row across the Pacific Ocean alone but had to abandon his journey due to a tropical cyclone.
Irmãos escoceses atravessam o Pacífico a remo e quebram recorde histórico
Brazil· 2025-08-30Aurimas Mockus attempted to row across the Pacific Ocean solo but had to abandon his journey due to a tropical cyclone.
139 jours en mer, 14.484km... L'incroyable exploit de trois frères écossais qui ont traversé l'océan Pacifique à la rame
Monaco· 2025-08-30Aurimas Mockus shared his feelings about retrieving the 'Kuršis' boat that returned to Lithuania.
Aurimo Mockaus „neskęstantis laivas“ grįžo į Lietuvą, bet kita žinia – dar įspūdingesnė | GyvenimasLithuania· 2025-08-24Aurimas Mockus is mentioned in relation to a rescue incident discussed during informal conversations.
Vaidotas Beniušis. Lietuviški užrašai iš TaivanoLithuania· 2025-06-06
Aurimas Mockus was involved in a conversation with Rima Petrauskytė during a performance.
Bendžiaus žūties sukrėsta Rima Petrauskytė – apie „Man-go“ likimą ir jautrų jo gestą: „Taip nustebino...“ | VardaiLithuania· 2025-05-28
Aurimas Mockus expressed his sorrow about the tragedy involving Gintaras Bendžius.
Aurimą Mockų ir Ramūną Vyšniauską pribloškė Gintaro Bendžiaus tragedija: „Buvom susitarę susitikti...“ | VardaiLithuania· 2025-05-22
Aurimas Mockus was awarded the 'Albatross' for promoting Lithuania as a maritime state.
Aurimui Mockui – reikšmingas apdovanojimasLithuania· 2025-05-16
Aurimas Mockus, a good friend of Remigijus Žiogas, attended the birthday celebration.
Milisandra Radzevičienė gimtadienį švenčia svetur: įsiamžino žadą atimančioje fotosesijoje – paviešino kadrus | VardaiLithuania· 2025-04-06
Simonas Urbonas thought about Aurimas Mockus and his strength to not give up during tough times.
Kipre žygiavęs Simonas Urbonas patyrė rimtą traumą: „Mintys mane jau laidojo“ | VardaiLithuania· 2025-04-06
Aurimas Mockus is involved in a rescue operation for his boat 'Kuršis' that was lost at sea.
Puiki žinia – surasta Aurimo Mockaus valtis: atskleidė, kur ji dabar yra | GyvenimasLithuania· 2025-03-30
Aurimas Mockus is leading a mission to rescue the boat 'Kuršis' and is seeking support from the community.
Aurimas Mockus kviečia pasidalinti žinute: prašo pagalbos | GyvenimasLithuania· 2025-03-30
Aurimas Mockus is a good friend and traveler who attended R.Žiogas' birthday party.
R.Žiogo gimtadienio fiestoje – 70 draugų: sveikino Tarasovai, A.Mockus, Milisandra su A.Radzevičiumi | VardaiLithuania· 2025-03-29
Aurimas Mockus shares his impressions of traveling in Australia and his disappointment with the USA.
Aurimas Mockus pribloškė atvirumu: kodėl JAV jį labai nuvylė, o Australija sužavėjo? | GyvenimasLithuania· 2025-03-21Aurimas Mockus shared his weight loss journey after being rescued from the ocean.
Aurimo Mockaus kūnas pasikeitė kardinaliai: atskleidė, kiek kilogramų „prarijo“ vandenynas | GyvenimasLithuania· 2025-03-15
Aurimas Mockus is known for his daring journey and survival story during a cyclone.
Aurimas Mockus prabilo apie paliktą atsisveikinimo žinutę: informacija nebuvo teisinga | VardaiLithuania· 2025-03-08
Aurimas Mockus is a Lithuanian traveler who embarked on a significant journey across the Pacific Ocean.
Aurimas Mockus su džiaugsmu sutiktas Sidnėjuje: iškalbinguose kadruose – tikra jausmų jūra | GyvenimasLithuania· 2025-03-08
Aurimas Mockus was rescued after battling giant waves during his solo rowing journey across the Pacific Ocean.
‘Like a cat in a washing machine’: rescued rower feared he would die in Cyclone Alfred’s monster waves | Tropical Cyclone Alfred
United Kingdom· 2025-03-07
Aurimas Mockus shared a special photo from a rescue operation involving Australian border officials.
Aurimas Mockus pasidalijo ypatinga nuotrauka: ką gelbėtojų laive veikia pasienietės? | GyvenimasLithuania· 2025-03-06Aurimas is portrayed as a person who is fighting for his dreams and inspiring others.
Aurimą Mockų įspūdinga suma parėmęs T.Burgaila: man jis yra pavyzdys, kaip reikia kovoti už savo svajonę | GyvenimasLithuania· 2025-03-06
Aurimas Mockus is a Lithuanian traveler who was recently rescued after leaving his boat adrift during a maritime operation.
Viltis dar gyva: Aurimas Mockus už savo valties suradimą siūlo atlygį | GyvenimasLithuania· 2025-03-06Aurimas Mockus was rescued by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority while kayaking in the Pacific Ocean.
Paskelbtos A.Mockaus nuotraukos Australijos kariniame laive | GyvenimasLithuania· 2025-03-05
Aurimas Mockus was rescued after experiencing a harrowing ordeal at sea during a storm.
Prabilo išgelbėtas A.Mockus: išgyveno tikrą pragarą, bet mirties baimė neatėjo | GyvenimasLithuania· 2025-03-04
Aurimas Mockus was rescued after spending several days adrift in a small boat during a cyclone in the Pacific.
Rescatan a un hombre que pasó días a la deriva en un bote golpeado por un ciclón
Panama· 2025-03-04Aurimas Mockus is mentioned in relation to his journey across the Pacific Ocean.
Vieni prieš vandenyną: ką išgyveno A.Mockus ir A.Valujavičius? | GyvenimasLithuania· 2025-03-03
Aurimas Mockus was rescued after spending several days adrift in the Pacific while attempting to cross it solo in a small rowing boat.
Rescatan a hombre que pasó días a la deriva en Pacífico en un bote golpeado por un ciclón
Bolivia· 2025-03-03Aurimas Mockus was rescued after being caught in a storm while sailing.
Netikėtas posūkis: Aurimą Mockų gabenantį laivą audra verčia plaukti kitur, „Kuršis“ liko bangose | GyvenimasLithuania· 2025-03-03