Animal Experiences Near
St. Petersburg, FL
Chase Sanctuary offers unique animal experiences near St Petersburg FL. St. Petersburg visitors and residents looking for a day trip with genuine payoff will find the drive to Chase Sanctuary in Webster, FL is one of the best decisions they make. Approximately 75 miles northeast via I-75, Chase is a 20-acre nonprofit wildlife sanctuary that operates nothing like the commercial attractions in the Tampa Bay area.
Genuinely Wild
The Painting With Primates experience -- a guided art session held in proximity to the sanctuary's primate residents -- is one of the most photographed and talked-about experiences in Central Florida, and it is consistently rated above every alternative in its price range.
For St. Pete couples looking for a day that actually makes conversation, this is it.
Book Your Experience →"The Painting With Primates experience... is one of the most photographed and talked-about experiences in Central Florida..."— Location Details
Address: 6127 SE 122nd Blvd, Webster, FL 33597
Signature Experiences
Discover the encounters that make Chase Sanctuary unforgettable.
$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$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$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 St. Petersburg?
A: Chase Sanctuary is approximately 75 miles northeast of St. Petersburg -- about a 75-minute drive via I-75 North to US-301. It is a manageable day trip from Pinellas County with no tolls on the back half of the drive.
Q2: Is Chase Sanctuary worth the drive from St. Pete?
A: St. Pete visitors consistently rate it as one of the best experiences they have had in Florida. The Lemur & Friends Private Tour and Painting With Primates receive the strongest reviews from Pinellas County guests. Most visitors say they had no idea it existed and immediately wanted to come back.
Q3: What is the best experience at Chase Sanctuary for couples from St. Petersburg?
A: Painting With Primates ($89) and the Lemur & Friends Private Tour ($125) are both top picks for couples. The Sloth / Anteater Add-On is a popular pairing with either experience.
Q4: Can I book Chase Sanctuary in advance from St. Petersburg?
A: Yes. All experiences are booked online at chasesanctuary.org. Advance booking is recommended, especially for weekends and popular experiences like the Lemur & Friends Private Tour.
Q5: Does Chase Sanctuary offer private experiences for St. Pete groups?
A: Yes. The Ultimate VIP Experience ($250/person) is fully private and available by appointment. Custom group experiences can also be arranged through the sanctuary's contact page.