Air Tents Explained
At Zempire, we are the Air Tent experts and one of the largest producers of inflatable tents in the world! We truly believe camping in our air tents will be a game-changer for you, putting you on track to create years of lifelong camping memories.
Our air tents have won multiple internationally recognised awards & have seen us build a devoted following of loyal fans across the globe. These fans full understand that camping in a Zempire Air Tent:
- Gives you a faster, more hassle-free pitching and pack down process
- Allows peace of mind given our air tent's high performance in strong winds & torrential rain
- Is more spacious and comfortable to encourage a relaxing camping holiday
- Can be upgraded and added to when the family grows or more friends want to join
- Is backed by our expert Zempire team for any questions & a Zempire warranty
- Is likely to cause a lot less arguments with your partner!
Elevate your camping experience with our premium selection of award-winning Zempire inflatable air tents. Whether you're looking for a couples camping tent, a 4-person tent a 10-person tent or larger, our extensive range of inflatable tents has you covered. We can't wait for you to join our fast-growing Zempire Family.
Air Tent Benefits
Simple Setup
More time holidaying, less time setting up
Zempire Air Tents are incredibly simple to setup, most just require these steps:
- Remove from carry bag and roll/unfold tent.
- Peg/stake corners & webbing straps
- Inflate - with manual pump (incl) or electric pump
- Trim - Peg/stake the rest of pegging points
Our inflatable tent technology ensures you spend more time enjoying your camping holiday and less time fiddling with camping gear (and arguing for some!)
Given such a simple setup process, you don't need to be a camping expert to put them up first time either!
Incredibly stable
Our poles don't snap in the wind
No it's not a bouncy castle, our air tents perform extremely well in high winds due to:
- Our air tubes gently bend and move in high winds without any rigid points, so they won't snap in the wind and tear your fly.
- Our air tubes have incredibly high burst strengths & most are oversized to increase stability
- Our air tents are designed in aerodynamic shapes to naturally offset high winds
We've had our Zempire Family send through videos of our air tents standing up strong to cyclone conditions (we don't recommend camping in a cyclone!), so you can be sure yours won't blow away or destruct.
Very Spacious
Enough room to stand & really stretch out
All Zempire Air Tents are head-height so there's no bending over to enter or crawling around needed!
Some of our large inflatable tents can even have basketball players standing tall in them. This makes camping so much more comfortable, especially for taller campers.
With near vertical internal walls allows even more headroom, everyone loves more space than less and that's what you get with a Zempire Air Tent!
FAST PACK AWAY
Get on the road faster
Zempire Air Tents are very quick to pack up, meaning you get home faster & it is truly appreciated if it starts raining! For most the process is:
- Deflate by simply turning air taps or removing boston valves.
- Remove all pegs/stakes
- Fold tent to 3/4 size of carry bag
- Roll (with manual pump body in middle)
- Secure with straps & pop back into bag
Our tents also come with oversized carry bags because we know how frustrating it is not being able to get tents back into their bags!
Endless possibilities
Upgrade or expand your air tent setup
When you're ready, you can enhance your Zempire Air Tent setup with a range of optional add-ons.
- Connect your Air Tent to a Zempire Air Shelter via a 'link' which is specific to your air tent model.
- Decrease the internal temperatures with either a Heat Shield Cover or Liner.
- Upgrade your awning space with an Awning Wall Set
- Protect your tent floor or add more covered floor space with a Footprint or Ground Sheet
- Add another room to your awning with a Sunroom (Canvas Tents Only)
Air Tent Series
There's a Zempire Air Tent for everyone, check out our different air tent series to uncover which is best for you.
Air Canvas
Experience the gold standard of air tents with our Zempire air canvas range, equipped with our most durable and breathable canvas materials. Our V2 generation of Zempire Air Canvas tents are completely inflatable, including the awnings, making camping in comfort a breeze. These spacious tents can be inflated in under 4 minutes, eliminating the hassle of lengthy setup times. With a simple single inflation point and oversized tubes, our Zempire Air Canvas tents offer maximum stability.
Designed with premium durability and simplicity in mind, our Air Canvas tents are built to withstand the test of time, ensuring countless memorable camping adventures for you and your family.
Shapeshifter
Zempire's Shapeshifter Series is one of a kind! This series is designed for experienced campers who want the freedom to tailor their tent setup exactly how they want.
A truly modular air tent series, the Shapeshifter comes in 3 modules - Sleeping, Living and Awning. You can simply zip each module onto each other to create your own desired setup.
Shapeshifter Modules are equipped with special 170 denier Aeroweave fabric with oversized air tubes for superior wind stability and weather protection.
Pro
Our Zempire Pro Series is our most superior range of air tents if you want all the bells and whistles. Featuring highly durable materials and a fully inflatable air tent frame that is quick to set up and even quicker to pack away. Exceptionally wind-resistant with our highest waterhead rating to ensure you and your family keep warm and dry. The features are extensive with emphasis put on ventilation, storage, space, light and flexibility. Designed to make camping unbelievably easy… you’re sure to look like a Pro at any campsite.
Evo
Air tents in our Evo Series have won internationally recognised awards so it's no wonder why they're so popular! Known to sell out quickly online, our Evo Series is our mid-range option with air tents from XL to small, so whether it's a large family holiday or a weekend getaway for two, you're all sorted with this series.
Our Evo Series range have multiple inflation points and can be inflated in less than 1 or 2 minutes depending on size. They have plenty of options when it comes to creating your ultimate setup as all these tents can accommodate links to Aerobase 3 shelters, awning wall sets and more.
Check out our award-winning Evo Series below and find out what all the accolades are about!
Aerospeed
Our Aerospeed Air Tents are arguably the world's most portable air tents that offer internal space you can stand up in. Ideal for couples or families who need a small pack size, sleeping either 4, 6 or 10 persons. Ranging from a mere 9.75-15.5kg (21.5lb - 33.2lb) and equipped with a shoulder sling to carry with no hands, our Aerospeed Air Tents can be transported easily in small cars or on foot to offer the most freedom you can experience with an air tent. Aerospeed carry bags feature organised storage compartments to carry pegs, poles and select pump parts to make packing away easier than ever.
Aerospeed Air Tents are equipped with Zempire’s low water use Dura-Core fabric which reduces environmental impact, while also being extremely fade-resistant to have you camping in comfort for years to come.
Designed & Tested in New Zealand
We get a lot of vigorous weather conditions down here at the bottom of the world so we're confident our air tents can stand up to conditions across the globe. Don't be fooled by the luxurious aesthetics of our inflatable tent range, they're built to withstand harsh conditions to have you camping with peace of mind for years of camping adventures.
AIR TENT FAQS
What makes Zempire Air Tents different from traditional tents?
Zempire Air Tents feature inflatable airframes, allowing for quick and hassle-free setup, unmatched durability, and superior comfort.
Are Zempire tents suitable for extreme weather conditions?
Our strongest air tents which we have seen hold up to cyclone conditions are our Air Canvas Series Air Tents. Zempire air tents are more stable in windy conditions than traditional pole tents, however it is not advised to camp in extreme weather conditions.
What add-ons can I get for Zempire Air Tents?
Depends what Zempire Air Tent you have, but here's a quick overview:
- Shelter Links - to connect your air tent to an air shelter to create one combined, weatherproof setup.
- Footprints - to protect your tent floor and make pack away even easier.
- Heat Shield Covers/Liners - to decrease the internal temperatures in warmer months & darken the interior.
- Awning Wall Sets - a 2-piece set to provide covered or mesh awning extensions at the front of your tent awning.
- Sunrooms (Canvas Only) - a 3-piece wall set, including floor which transforms your canvas tent awning area into another protected room.
How do I maintain and clean my Zempire tent?
• Ensure guy ropes are out at all times during use.
• Never pack your tent away wet. If you must take your tent down when wet, ensure that it is dried completely as soon as possible to prevent mildew from forming.
• If mildew does form on your tent, wash off with warm water and a soft brush to prevent further growth, do not use soap or detergents.
• Do not use an open flame inside your tent. The fabric has been treated with a fire retardant but is in no way fire-proof.
• It is important that lower vents are opened at all times to reduce condensation. During humid or damp conditions, it is recommended that the waterproof door covers are opened to expose the mesh layer, enabling additional airflow throughout your tent.
• Do not use open-cell foam mats directly on the tent floor. This can cause condensation between the mat and floor and if not dried out, can lead to mildew from forming.
Do Zempire tents come with a warranty?
They sure do. Your warranty period is determined by which tent series you have. See the warranty tab above for specific product warranty.
Zempire Aerospeed 4: Portability Meets Durability
