{"product_id":"south-island-nz-medium","title":"South Island, NZ | Medium","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe South Island in layered relief - from the deep Tasman trenches on the west coast to the Pacific shelf in the east, with the Southern Alps rising in between.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis map captures the South Island of New Zealand — Te Waipounamu — in its full topographic and bathymetric drama. Aoraki \/ Mt Cook to the deep ocean trenches off Fiordland, the wide Canterbury Plains to the labyrinth of the Marlborough Sounds. Each layer is laser-cut from European Birch plywood and hand-assembled in our Auckland studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArea:\u003c\/strong\u003e South Island, New Zealand\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium — 45 × 60cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal layers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTopography:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLand:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0m, 500m, 1000m, 1500m, 2500m, 3500m\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOcean:\u003c\/strong\u003e -50m, -200m, -1000m, -2000m, -3000m, -4000m\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e European Birch Plywood, MDF, water-based paint, timber oil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built into the map — comes strung and ready to hang\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow they're made\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach map starts by sourcing the appropriate bathymetric data source. We spend hours in design making sure the contours appear smooth yet accurate, and the whole map feels balanced. From there, we paint and laser-cut sheets of wood to bring the underwater landscape to life. Every piece is assembled by hand by our team in our Auckland studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery map is made this way — slowly, carefully, until the seafloor comes to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted to order\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour map is made in our Auckland studio once you place your order — we don't keep stock on the shelf. Allow \u003cstrong\u003e10–14 days\u003c\/strong\u003e from your order date, and we'll keep you updated as yours is made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur current capacity is \u003cstrong\u003eup to 15 maps per week\u003c\/strong\u003e — if you're ordering for a gifting deadline, please let us know and we'll do our best to accommodate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePersonalise it (+$50)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to mark a home fishing spot, a favourite anchorage, or somewhere that simply means something to you? Select \"Personalised\" above and leave a note at checkout telling us where to mark. We'll take care of the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: some of our product photos show personalised engravings. Your map will arrive unmarked unless you request a personalisation.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tidesoutmaps.co.nz\/pages\/bespoke-additions\"\u003eLearn more about personalisations →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhat if I'm not happy with my map?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe offer a full guarantee on craftsmanship. If you're not happy when your map arrives — or any time in the next 12 months — let us know and we'll make it right. Our small team takes real pride in the build quality of everything we send out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHow long will it take to make?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery map is made to order in our Auckland studio. Allow 10–14 days from your order date, plus shipping. If you need it by a specific date, get in touch and we'll do our best to accommodate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCan I personalise it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — select \"Personalised (+$50)\" above and leave a note at checkout telling us what to mark. A bay, harbour, surf break, or anywhere that matters. If you're giving one as a gift, a personalised marker can make it feel extra special. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tidesoutmaps.co.nz\/pages\/bespoke-additions\"\u003eSee examples →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWill it be safe to ship?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — we take extra care with our packaging to make sure your map arrives in perfect condition (in the rare case something goes wrong in transit, we'll replace it at no extra cost). We use NZ Post's courier service for everything within NZ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDo you ship overseas?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — we offer free shipping within NZ and Australia. If you're further afield, send us a message and we'll let you know the shipping cost to your country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhat if my area isn't on the map?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGet in touch — we may be able to create it. Email us or fill in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tidesoutmaps.co.nz\/pages\/contact\"\u003eenquiry form\u003c\/a\u003e with your request and we'll let you know what's possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tide's Out Maps","offers":[{"title":"Standard","offer_id":47503504343189,"sku":null,"price":407.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Personalised (+$50)","offer_id":47503504375957,"sku":null,"price":438.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0595\/9958\/5429\/files\/SouthIsland.jpg?v=1782685536","url":"https:\/\/tidesoutmaps.co.nz\/en-us\/products\/south-island-nz-medium","provider":"Tide's Out Maps","version":"1.0","type":"link"}