Ark Project

05/09/2024

Another year, another exciting season for Ark Project ⚓️

Every summer, we tell ourselves we’ve seen it all — and every summer, we prove ourselves wrong.

This season was no different, with experiments ranging from sea yoga and regatta events to deeper collaborations, like the one with .fi 🚀

Although we wrapped up the season a bit earlier than usual, we’re already gearing up to be back in action next year!

A warm thank you to all the Ark hearties — we can’t wait to see you again! 🥂

27/05/2024

Just two days left until Archipelago Grooves 2024!!

WHERE: Eiranranta Pier 🏖️
WHEN: From 16:00 🕓
WHAT: Free music, drinks, and food while they last 🤤
AFTER: Groovy afterparty at .social 🪩

Be there or be square!! ⚓️🕺🏽

25/05/2024

Great to be back in town and in action ⚓️

30/08/2023

Hello (sea)world!

Have you ever considered going out on a sea adventure with us but struggled to gather a big enough group of buccaneers to join ye’?

Fear not, because we are testing a new concept that’s open to everyone! This might be the chance you have been waiting for all summer 😉

You can now find us on TripAdvisor and join our exclusive 1-hour Social Shoreline Cruise this Thursday and Friday! Come by and tell all your fellow pirates 🏴‍☠️

This might even become a regular occurrence next season if successful ⚓️

https://www.tripadvisor.com/AttractionProductReview-g189934-d24131420-Social_Shoreline_Cruise_Around_Helsinki_Archipelago-Helsinki_Uusimaa.html

18/08/2023

One of the biggest insights we’ve gotten this season? 💡

Food really does matter on sea! 🤤

It all started when Matkatoimisto Aventura set up a big, fancy buffet on one of our cruises last summer. Everyone had such an amazing time that one thing became clear: great food makes a huge difference.

So we decided to test the theory by partnering up with Niska Helsinki 🍕, Fly Fusion 🥗, and Tommi's Kitchen 🍽️.

Guess what? More than half of our guests have opted for a gourmet add-on!

It's like a match made in heaven – being at sea and enjoying great food just naturally go together! 🤝

And guess what else? We still have a whole month of operations left, so the numbers will probably get even weightier.

So, whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a veteran foodie, give us a shot and come on an awesome adventure at sea with us! 😉

09/08/2023

Avast ye!! Our very first blog post is coming in hot straight from the depths of the seven seas. ✒️

Make sure to give it a read and share it with fellow pirates! 🏴‍☠️

Ahoy, fellow sailors and welcome to those who might be new to all this sea talk (to be referred to as "landlubbers" from now on). As we dive into the awesome month of August, we're also embracing the promise of another full month of summer adventures. After all, did you know that August boasts the w...

01/08/2023

A voyage across the Baltic Sea for a great cause 🌊

Last week, we had the privilege of serving as the support and safety vessel for one incredible journey. 🏊

Patrik Kvikant dared to embark on a 90 km charity swim from Tallinn to Helsinki, completing it in just under three days. Despite the weather not being on our side, with constant and strong headwinds, he swam an astounding average of 17 hours per day. Just wow! 💯

With the help of Viisaasti vesillä, his goal was to raise awareness for children’s ability to swim — a vital skill that has been declining in Finland in recent years.

Let’s continue to work together to make our sea community better and safer for everyone! 🤝

Footage by Julius Jansson (https://juliusjansson.com/photographer) 📸

07/06/2023

Meet May, a healthy cuisine lover and our new valued partner. 🤝

This season, we are partnering with Fly Fusion to provide our sailors with a food choice that is healthy and fresh like the sea breeze itself. Introducing, the Bowl Menu! 🍲

Just like us, Fly Fusion is a thriving example of how awesome it is to introduce new concepts from one culture to another. Vietnamese cuisine, with its rich 4000-year history, is known for its freshness and is a perfect addition to the Finnish food scene. 👨‍🍳

Ready for some “nature in a bowl” on your next cruise? 🌊

31/05/2023

⛵️ New Season, New Us 🚀

Swashbuckling news mateys! Today is a huge day and we’re so thrilled to announce our slick new logo. Get ready for an inspiring story behind it! 🗞️

On our digital voyage across Instagram’s vast seas, we struck gold by discovering the extraordinary talent of Nicolina, an up-and-coming digital artist who breathed life into our vision. Her debut professional artwork flawlessly captures the essence of our company, leaving us in awe. ✨

But this tale extends far beyond us — it's a celebration of small artists like Nicolina, whose contributions hold immense value, especially amidst these transformative times of generative art. Unlike AI, artists infuse their work with passion, uniqueness, and authenticity into every stroke and pixel. 🖌️

Raise the sails and join us in celebrating the power of collaboration, innovation, and the authentic experiences that await! ⛵️

11/05/2023

Major news!! 🚨

Ensuring accessibility to the sea is not just important, but it be the very essence of our company's existence. That be why we be charting a new course, steering towards even greater access to the Seven Seas. 🌊

How, you may ask? By unfurlin’ the sails of flexible pricing, where the price be set based on the number of hearty pirates on board. Bid farewell to the age-old tradition of overpaying for cruises with smaller groups. We be breakin’ free from the shackles of the industry's norms. It's time for a change! 💥

Check our cruises at: https://www.arkproject.fi/cruises, and embark on unforgettable journeys, for the sea be meant for all souls to explore. ⛵️

09/05/2023

Avast ye sea enthusiasts!

We return with some exciting news yet again. We be thrilled to announce the launch of our legendary email newsletter, the 'Captain's Log', designed exclusively for our beloved pirates. 🏴‍☠️

Sign up and uncover a trove of exclusive news, irresistible offers, and plunderin' perks fit for true seafarers. From exhilarating adventures to insider tips and sea-worthy surprises, this be your ticket to an ocean of excitement. Legends whisper that the fortunate crew might even set sail on a free cruise...but there's only one way to uncover the truth! 📨

Set your compass and secure your spot on the pirate list here: https://forms.wix.com/r/7061596195524707121

04/05/2023

Long time no see mateys! 🏴‍☠️ Our website has undergone a grand revamp and we're ready to set sail with a brand new online look! ⚓️ Check out our revamped masterpiece and make sure to stay tuned, a lot of exciting announcements are under way! 👀

www.arkproject.fi

16/01/2023

Let the Search Games begin! 👀

No, we have not lost anything. Instead, we are very excited to announce that we are seeking to expand our amazing team by onboarding one or two official Captain Partners to join our startup adventure.

This is a perfect opportunity for anyone looking for an active and rewarding summer project to work on.

Make sure to apply from the link and spread the word among your mateys, scallywags, and Old Salts! 🏴‍☠️

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3436214666

04/10/2022

Yo ho ho! It is with great honour we would like to announce that the one and only Ark has successfully made it through yet another summer full of adventures. How exciting to see that you folks are loving it! 🖤

Now, it is time to lower the Jolly Roger and to become landlubbers ourselves until the sea becomes suitable for walking the plank again. We would like to give a tremendous thank you to all of you hearties that had shown interest and support during this season. That definitely does not go unnoticed! 🫶🏼

Old salt tip: make sure to get yourself a spyglass piece so you would be the first to spot the return of our Man o’ War. Next year it is destined to happen much sooner than one might expect… 🏴‍☠️

11/09/2022

Aarrgghh! Feeling like summer is slipping away with all its fun activities? The Ark has got your back!💥

If you still haven’t had a chance to set sail for the seven seas of Helsinki, now is the perfect time to catch the last breezes of the Finnish summer! After all, rumour has it that winter is coming… 🥶

So make sure to use the coupon at the checkout and celebrate Ark’s last days in Helsinki at an even more affordable rate ⚓️

25/08/2022

If you haven’t already heard the news, we recently started a collaboration with Pizza Restaurant Niska Helsinki! They offer a 15% discount on all their pizzas for hungry pirates that booked a cruise with us. What better way to feed you hunger while on the sea? 🤤🍕🍴

Make a wish of a possible food order together with your booking and we will take care of the rest! We’d recommend taking the pizzas with you on the boat, delivered warm seconds before tossing the ropes. 😋🍽

As the Ark is usually located next to Niska Helsinki at Kanavaranta, it is also convenient to eat at the restaurant before or after your cruise! 😎

Check out Niska Helsinki and get familiar with their delicious menu on their website!🍕👀

Read more about our cruises on our website, link on our profile! ☀️🌊

12/07/2022

11/07/2022

Incredibly impressed. Hats off to Gustav Kvikant. What Gustav has done during the past weeks is not only an impressive physical feat but also a mental feat.

Today he completed his swim from Stockholm to Helsinki. Teaming up with John Nurmisen Säätiö sharing a truly honorable dedication to helping, restoring, saving, and raising awareness for the condition of the Baltic Sea, Gustav showed how passionate he is about the project and we have a lot to learn from him. 💪🏼

We at Ark Project have also been following his journey and we never had a single doubt that Gustav would complete this legendary swim even though the team hit many obstacles.

Huge thanks and respect to Gustav for raising awareness to make our sea more enjoyable for everyone - also for us at the Ark Project. 🌊

Overlooking the Aegean Sea, we might have a new idea to challenge Gustav… 😉

Go follow the big players 🤩
Gustav Kvikant
The Baltic Swim 2022
John Nurmisen Säätiö
Finlands svenska Marthaförbund