From Arusha to Amsterdam

From Arusha to Amsterdam

A Vormstrateeg across borders, fresh creative opportunities, and a hidden gem in Tanzania.

Our colleague Bastiaan works from Tanzania on nature restoration and creative projects. Discover our inspiring collaborations across Africa.

A few years ago, Bastiaan Witvliet — our longtime colleague and one of the very first Vormstrateeg — traded the flat Dutch landscape for adventurous Tanzania. From the green hills of Arusha, he now works on impactful Nature Restoration projects and runs a beautiful piece of land with atmospheric guesthouses for rent.

Of course we miss him here at the studio, but luckily we stay closely in touch. And to be honest: we’ve gained a fantastic holiday destination!


Pro tip: if you're ever thinking about traveling to Tanzania, be sure to mention De Vormstrateeg — you'll get an exclusive discount on your stay. Highly recommended.

Great projects from Africa

But that’s not all: thanks to his network over there, we’re increasingly receiving fun, creative assignments from Africa. Recently, we designed a brochure for the Nature Restoration Company and a vibrant website for Jador Safaris.


An inspiring collaboration across borders — with love from Africa.


Curious about the guesthouses in Arusha or want to learn more about our projects in Africa? We’d be happy to connect you! →

“NRC believes that nature restoration should not only be good for nature, but also benefit local communities.”

Bastiaan Witvliet in een jadore safari truck
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RWC Groot-Amsterdam – Year in review 2024