Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero tandem inflatable kayak in Native Aqua with bag.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Verge Camo with bag.
Top, side, and bottom view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Native Paradise with bag.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero tandem inflatable kayak in Native Aqua with bag.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero tandem inflatable kayak in Native Aqua with bag and pump.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Verge Camo with bag and pump.
Top, side, and bottom view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Native Aqua with pump and bag.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Verge Camo with bag and pump.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Classic Seafoam with pump and bag.
Top, side, and bottom view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Native Paradise with pump and bag.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero tandem inflatable kayak in Native Aqua with bag.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Verge Camo with bag.
Top, side, and bottom view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Native Paradise with bag.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero tandem inflatable kayak in Native Aqua with bag.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero tandem inflatable kayak in Native Aqua with bag and pump.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Verge Camo with bag and pump.
Top, side, and bottom view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Native Aqua with pump and bag.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Verge Camo with bag and pump.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Classic Seafoam with pump and bag.
Top, side, and bottom view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Native Paradise with pump and bag.

Overall rating: 4.9615383 / 5 from 78 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Zeppelin Aero 12'6" Inflatable Kayak is praised for its exceptional quality, comfort, and stability. Customers appreciate its durable material, self-draining hull, and the option for tandem use with two seats. The product is also noted for its great value and the helpful customer service provided by BOTE.

Summary topics

  • Appearance: 12%
  • Customer Service: 10%
  • Material Quality: 9%
  • Kayak Comfort: 41%
  • Overall Quality: 15%

Review topics: ["quality","material","looks","issues","shipping","packaging","customer service","service","setup","instructions","kayak","zeppelin","bote","seat","tracking","business","sales","pump","care","paddle","fishing"].

Review highlights

  • "The pump, oars and carry bag are of good quality as well which I've heard is not the case for other brands!" — Larry S.
  • "Sales and customer service are extremely helpful and quick to respond." — Katherine L.
  • "Great Kayak and great customer service" — Michelle L.

Reviews

Amazing kayak!

"I love this kayak. I live in SW Florida and have been fishing the backwaters of the gulf with this beauty. I can stand while fishing with no problem and it’s a very quiet way of fishing. It handles wakes on the inter-coastal with ease as well. I have not used it in tandem mode but plan on it a lot this summer for island hopping. I couldn’t be happier with this kayak:)"

— Danny R. (5/5)

Got a kayak

"The tracking was a little bit off. But when I reached out to customer service they responding quickly and accurately. The website was also very easy to navigate, The overall experience was excellent. Planning to purchase from them again. I also like the videos explaining their products"

— Ray L. (5/5)

Tough as nails

"Well made and sturdy. But it is a lot larger than I thought it would be. Also not positive how sturdy the backrest will be long term."

— Nicholas A. (5/5)

Perfect

"Great setup! Ready for the summer fun!"

— Dante B. (5/5)

Love it

"Perfect for my family and love all the accessories that work with it we use it to fish and to shuttle things from our boat to shore."

— Gregg B. (5/5)

Zeppelin kayak love!

"We own 2 of the 10’ single person and 1 12’ 6” 2 person and we absolutely love our Zeppelin kayaks! Super stable. Awesome for fishing or just spending the day paddling. Bote customer service is great. We had a problem with 2 person kayak and they took care of it right away with no hassles! Highly recommend!"

— Russell A. (5/5)

Zeppelin 2-seater

"I purchased a Zeppelin 12'6" and it's awesome! Great for fishing bays in Florida with my 10 year old son. Customer support from Bote has been second to none. Very pleased with my purchase."

— Adam F. (5/5)

Exceptional customer service from BOTE.

"Exceptional customer service from BOTE. What all companies should strive to achieve. The kayak is awesome and roomy for my wife and I. We look forward to many adventures in our new little boat."

— Steve M. (5/5)

Love It!

"We love our Zeppelin tandem kayak. We took it out for the first time on the lake and it was windy and choppy. The kayak moved through the water with very little drag and tracked straight. It was very stable and has tons of room for two people, even for me and I am 6’4”. It inflated fairly quickly and was easy to carry to the water using the front and aft handles, it stayed level and didn’t try to twist. I like the fact that this can also be used as a one person kayak which I will use to go fishing. Don’t hesitate if you are looking for an inflatable tandem kayak."

— robert K. (5/5)

Build materials are quality and

"Build materials are quality and easy to setup"

— steven g. (5/5)

Q&A

Zeppelin Aero Tandem

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The result of a timely tryst between a highly utilitarian father and a Swiss army-like mother, the Zeppelin is the most versatile kayak in the BOTE waters. A self-draining hull, removable floor chamber, and optional second seat differentiate the Zeppelin from its stablemates. An inflatable watership that welcomes the individual and tandem alike.

NOW WITH TWO SEATS
The Zeppelin Aero 12'6" now comes standard with two seats for a tandem configuration.

Included Items
  • One (1) Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak
  • One (1) 6″ Removable Aero Center Fin
  • Two (2) Aero Paddle Seat
  • One (1) Pair of Slide-In Aero Rac Receivers
  • One (1) Aero Repair Kit
  • One (1) Hand Pump
  • One (1) Travel Bag
Technical Specs
  • Dimensions: 12′6″ L × 38″ W × 9″ D
  • Capacity: 272 kg
  • Avg. Weight: 18.5 kg
  • Construction: Inflatable AeroBOTE Technology
  • Optimal Floor Inflation: 10-15 PSI
  • Optimal Pontoon Inflation: 2-3 PSI
  • Optimal Aero Paddle Seat Inflation: 6-8 PSI
  • Travel Bag Dimensions: 38.6″ H × 28″ W × 14.2″ D
  • Loaded Bag Weight: 22.6 kg

If rider weight is within 22.6 kg of a board's listed capacity, BOTE recommends upgrading to a larger capacity board.

Care + Storage
  1. Rinse off With Clean Water After each Use
    Rinsing off residue, debris, and salt water from your Aero will ensure it stays looking new for years to come. A damp cloth or Magic Eraser will also safely remove any dirt or scuffs that may have occurred while in use. 
  2. Store In A Cool, Dry Place
    When storing your Aero rolled, let it dry completely before rolling back into the bag. Always store your Aero in a cool, dry place or a shady area out of reach of direct sunlight, to avoid weakening or fading of colors.
  3. Keep Out Of Direct Sunlight When Not In Use
    Over time, the sun can both weaken the material and seams and increases the pressure beyond its design limits. If your Aero is out of the water and not in use, move it to a shady place out of direct sunlight.
  4. Reduce PSI When Not In Use
    If you must leave your Aero out of the water and in direct sunlight or choose to store it partially inflated, reduce pressure until the board is compressible by hand.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero tandem inflatable kayak in Native Aqua with bag.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Verge Camo with bag.
Top, side, and bottom view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Native Paradise with bag.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero tandem inflatable kayak in Native Aqua with bag.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero tandem inflatable kayak in Native Aqua with bag and pump.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Verge Camo with bag and pump.
Top, side, and bottom view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Native Aqua with pump and bag.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Verge Camo with bag and pump.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Classic Seafoam with pump and bag.
Top, side, and bottom view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Native Paradise with pump and bag.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero tandem inflatable kayak in Native Aqua with bag.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Verge Camo with bag.
Top, side, and bottom view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Native Paradise with bag.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero tandem inflatable kayak in Native Aqua with bag.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero tandem inflatable kayak in Native Aqua with bag and pump.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Verge Camo with bag and pump.
Top, side, and bottom view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Native Aqua with pump and bag.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Verge Camo with bag and pump.
Front, side, back view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Classic Seafoam with pump and bag.
Top, side, and bottom view of the Zeppelin Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak in Native Paradise with pump and bag.