Oceania
New Zealand
Everything you need to know about New Zealand for geography games and satellite imagery — capital, population, time zone, and how to recognise it from above.
Quick facts
Where is New Zealand?
Satellite view centred on Wellington (-41.0°, 174.0°).
How to spot New Zealand from satellite imagery
The Southern Alps run along much of the South Island, with broad plains to the east and a wetter, more dissected western side. The North Island has a different outline and includes a central volcanic region. Cook Strait separates the two main islands.
Compare the eastern Canterbury Plains with the western side of the Southern Alps. Notice how quickly terrain rises from each coast.
Read the full satellite guideCan you find New Zealand from above?
Play satellite-imagery rounds from New Zealand on a 3D globe.
Themed New Zealand modes
Restrict the location pool to New Zealand and pick a theme — volcanoes, capitals, coastlines. Smaller pool, sharper learning curve.