Size: 597 mm (W) x 768 mm (H)
Scale: 1:2,300,000
Made in Australia

🌏 A Timeless Celebration of New Zealand

Few places on Earth combine raw natural beauty and cultural depth like New Zealand. Known to its first settlers as Aotearoa — the Land of the Long White Cloud, this island nation is a mosaic of glacial peaks, volcanic plateaus, ancient forests, and sweeping coastlines.

This Executive Antique-Style Wall Map from National Geographic captures that grandeur with extraordinary clarity. Its warm vintage tones and subtle shaded relief give it a timeless elegance, while still providing the precision and detail for which National Geographic is world-renowned.

The map portrays:

• North Island (Te Ika-a-Māui): with Auckland, Wellington, Lake Taupō, Rotorua, and volcanic highlands.

• South Island (Te Waipounamu): dominated by the Southern Alps, crowned by Aoraki (Mount Cook), and home to Fiordland’s dramatic valleys and sounds.

• Bicultural cartography: English and Māori names side by side, reflecting the nation’s heritage.

• Transport networks: highways, passenger railways, and airports for modern navigation.

• Protected treasures: National Parks, reserves, and conservation areas highlighted across both islands.

It is not just a reference — it is a piece of cultural storytelling and an artwork for your wall.

🖼 Available Formats Explained

To meet different needs, this map is available in five premium formats. Each format transforms the cartography into a unique experience — from practical tools to luxury décor.

📜 Paper Edition (160 gsm Premium Paper)

• Printed on 160 gsm heavyweight paper for a crisp, archival-quality finish.

• Perfect for custom framing, letting you choose your own style of display.

• Smooth finish enhances cartographic precision and colour accuracy.

• Lightweight and cost-effective without compromising on quality.

Best for: Collectors, framers, personal study spaces, or affordable gifts.

✨ Laminated Edition (80 Micron Gloss Encapsulation)

• Sealed using true encapsulation between two 80-micron gloss laminate sheets.

• Interactive and reusable: draw with whiteboard markers, apply map dots, wipe clean.

• Resistant to tears, stains, and moisture, making it ideal for heavy use.

• Professional gloss finish enhances both durability and readability.

Best for: Classrooms, offices, travel planners, or high-traffic environments.

🖌 Canvas Edition (395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas)

• Crafted on museum-grade 395 gsm matte canvas with archival pigment inks.

• Texture transforms the map into a fine-art piece rather than just a print.

• Pigment inks are fade-resistant, ensuring decades of vivid colour.

• Adds warmth and sophistication to any setting.

Best for: Interior décor, collectors, and those wanting a gallery-quality statement map.

🪵 Laminated with Hang Rails (Natural Timber)

• Combines the durability of lamination with timber presentation rails.

• Professionally mounted with solid wooden rollers at top and bottom.

• Includes a sturdy hanging cord — ready to hang, no extra framing needed.

• Natural lacquer finish on rails complements any interior style.

Best for: Offices, classrooms, meeting rooms, or anywhere a ready-to-use map is essential.

🪵 Canvas with Hang Rails (Natural Timber)

• The definitive edition — museum-quality canvas mounted with handcrafted timber rails.

• Professionally assembled by our framers with lacquered natural wood rails.

• Hanging cord included — simply unroll and hang.

• Luxurious, tactile, and enduring — a map that doubles as heritage décor.

Best for: Executive offices, premium gifts, interior designers, or feature wall displays.

📦 Delivery Notes

• Paper & Laminated Editions: Shipped promptly, rolled in robust protective tubes.

• Canvas & Hang Rail Editions: Hand-assembled by our professional framers. Please allow 10 working days for delivery.

📐 Specifications

🔍 Format Comparison

🎯 Why This Map?

• National Geographic pedigree: Trusted cartography with heritage stretching back to 1915.

• Decorative & functional: A balance of elegance and practical reference.

• A story on your wall: Every mountain, bay, and Māori name adds to the narrative of Aotearoa.

• Customisable formats: From affordable paper prints to heirloom-quality canvas with timber rails.

📌 This is more than a map. It’s a tribute to New Zealand’s landscapes, history, and cultural richness — a piece that will inform, inspire, and delight every time you look at it.