Feed Penguins in
Florida
Feeding is a highlight of Chase Sanctuary's Penguin Encounter, where small groups get hands-on time with the sanctuary's African penguins while learning about the species' Critically Endangered status.
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Feeding is a highlight of Chase Sanctuary's Penguin Encounter, where small groups get hands-on time with the sanctuary's African penguins while learning about the species' Critically Endangered status.
Book Your Experience →"Feeding is a highlight of Chase Sanctuary's Penguin Encounter, where small groups get hands-on time with the sanctuary's African penguins..."— Location Details
Address: 6127 SE 122nd Blvd, Webster, FL 33597
Signature Experiences
Discover the encounters that make Chase Sanctuary unforgettable.
$95/person | Tue, Fri & Sun at 10AM
Meet, feed, and learn about Chase Sanctuary's flock of Critically Endangered African penguins in a small-group, up-close setting. Ages 8+, about 30 minutes.
Book Penguin Encounter$195/person | 9AM-1PM, by appointment
Step into the role of an animal keeper for a half day -- assist with feeding, enrichment, and daily care alongside experienced staff. The most hands-on experience Chase Sanctuary offers.
Book Keeper for a DayAdd-On Encounters
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: Where can I meet penguins in Florida?
A: Chase Sanctuary in Webster, FL offers a Penguin Encounter -- a small-group, up-close experience with a flock of Critically Endangered African penguins.
Q2: How much does the Penguin Encounter cost?
A: The Penguin Encounter is $95 per person for an approximately 30-minute experience, ages 8 and up.
Q3: Do I get to feed the penguins?
A: Yes -- feeding the penguins is part of the Penguin Encounter, along with learning about their individual personalities and conservation status.
Q4: When is the Penguin Encounter available?
A: Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays at 10AM. Group sizes are extremely limited, so early booking is recommended.
Q5: Why does Chase Sanctuary have African penguins?
A: Chase Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation of endangered species, including Critically Endangered African penguins.