Animal Experiences Near
Clearwater, FL
Chase Sanctuary offer unique animal experiences near Clearwater FL. Clearwater is famous for the beach, but the most memorable experience within 90 minutes is inland. Chase Sanctuary in Webster, FL is about 70 miles northeast -- a 20-acre nonprofit wildlife sanctuary that offers something the Gulf Coast cannot: guided, up-close encounters with ring-tailed lemurs, sloths, anteaters, otters, wallabies, and more.
Genuinely Wild
The drive via US-19 North is straightforward, and the experience is designed to be unhurried -- small groups, knowledgeable guides, and animals that engage on their own terms.
For Clearwater visitors who want a day trip that generates stories worth telling, Chase Sanctuary consistently delivers.
Book Your Experience →"For Clearwater visitors who want a day trip that generates stories worth telling, Chase Sanctuary consistently delivers."— Location Details
Address: 6127 SE 122nd Blvd, Webster, FL 33597
Signature Experiences
Discover the encounters that make Chase Sanctuary unforgettable.
$125/person | Tuesdays, Fridays & Sundays at 11AM
An intimate private tour centered on the lemur troop. Get up close, learn about their endangered status, and experience these remarkable primates firsthand. Chase Sanctuary's most popular experience.
Book Lemur & Friends Private Tour$89/person | Sundays 10AM & Fridays 3PM (as scheduled)
Create art surrounded by the sanctuary's primate residents. Part art class, part animal encounter -- a favorite for groups, date nights, and solo adventurers.
Book Painting With Primates$250/person | By appointment, private
Chase Sanctuary's most comprehensive experience. A private, guided deep-dive with multiple animal interactions, behind-the-scenes access, and connections with the sanctuary's most beloved residents.
Book The Ultimate VIP ExperienceAdd-On Encounters
Add-On Encounters (+$75 each)
Sloth / Anteater Add-On
Up-close time with gentle sloths or anteaters -- always on the animal's own terms.
Fennec Fox Add-On
Meet the sanctuary's big-eared, endlessly charming fennec fox. Tiny, curious, and unforgettable.
About Chase Sanctuary
Chase Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit wildlife sanctuary in Webster, FL dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation of endangered primates and exotic animals.
The sanctuary operates on WAZA welfare standards. Animal interactions are never forced.
Every dollar from your booking goes directly to animal care and conservation. No animals from Chase Sanctuary have ever been sold as pets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How far is Chase Sanctuary from Clearwater?
A: Chase Sanctuary is approximately 70 miles northeast of Clearwater -- about a 70-minute drive via US-19 North connecting to I-75 North and then US-301 into Webster, FL.
Q2: Is Chase Sanctuary worth the drive from Clearwater?
A: Visitors from the Clearwater and Pinellas County area consistently rate Chase Sanctuary among the best experiences they have had in Florida. The Lemur & Friends Private Tour and Painting With Primates receive the strongest repeat recommendations.
Q3: What days does Chase Sanctuary run experiences near Clearwater?
A: Experiences run across multiple days. Saturday options include Sunrise at the Sanctuary (9AM), Interactive Group Tour (12:30PM), and Mini Cows & Mini Tour (1:30PM). Weekday options include the Lemur & Friends Private Tour (Tue, Fri, Sun at 11AM) and Painting With Primates (Fri 3PM, Sun 10AM).
Q4: Can I book a private experience at Chase Sanctuary for a Clearwater group?
A: Yes. The Ultimate VIP Experience is a private, by-appointment option. Custom corporate and group events can also be arranged through the contact page at chasesanctuary.org.
Q5: Does Chase Sanctuary offer gift cards for Clearwater residents?
A: Yes. Gift cards start at $100 and apply to any experience. Available online at chasesanctuary.org/gift-card -- a popular choice for birthdays and holidays.