Folded or Laminated Map | Scale 1:2,000,000 | Size: 680 x 990 mm
A richly detailed and ambitious map of Central Africa’s vast Congo River Basin — cartography on a continental scale.

🌍 Mapping One of Earth’s Last Great Frontiers

This ITMB map of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), and the Central African Republic (CAR) is an extraordinary cartographic achievement, covering a region as expansive and ecologically vital as Europe. Years in the making, this map provides a detailed overview of Central Africa’s Congo River Basin, home to the second-largest tropical rainforest on the planet.

It spans the full territory of:

• Democratic Republic of the Congo (Congo-Kinshasa / former Zaire)

• Republic of the Congo (Congo-Brazzaville / French Congo)

• Central African Republic (CAR)

This is part of ITMB’s global river basin mapping series — alongside titles covering the Amazon, Mekong, Mississippi/Missouri, Nile, and Mackenzie river systems — all dedicated to the world’s largest and most complex natural landscapes.

🌟 Key Features

🚧 A Note on Infrastructure

While the region is awe-inspiring in scale and ecological significance, its transport infrastructure is limited. Roads may be unpaved, seasonal, or extremely degraded — often impassable by conventional vehicles. ITMB has worked to classify roads by condition, but due to rapid change and limited data, some routes remain marked for reference only.

Use this map as a guide, not a guarantee — and expect the unexpected.

🛡️ Laminated Option Available

Upgrade to a laminated edition for added durability and planning utility:

• ✏️ Write-on, wipe-off surface for whiteboard markers

• 📌 Apply map dots or notes without damaging the print

• 💧 Water-, tear-, and stain-resistant — ideal for fieldwork or educational use

• 🧳 Perfect for field researchers, NGOs, expedition planners, or classrooms

Note: Laminated maps are created by flattening and encapsulating the folded version in high-quality 80-micron laminate. Some light fold lines may still be visible.

📐 Product Specifications

🎯 Perfect For:

• 🌿 Researchers and NGOs operating in Central Africa

• 🧭 Overland travellers and expedition leaders

• 📚 Educators and geography students studying rainforest ecosystems or African geopolitics

• 🗺️ Map collectors and explorers

• 🏢 Humanitarian agencies and conservation groups

A rare and essential map for one of the world’s most challenging and important regions.
Now available in folded or laminated format — ready for planning, study, or exploration.