Primate Sanctuary in Florida
Chase Sanctuary
Chase Sanctuary in Webster, FL is one of Florida's premier nonprofit primate sanctuaries -- a 20-acre 501(c)(3) rescue and conservation facility with a significant population of ring-tailed lemurs and other primate species.
Genuinely Wild
The sanctuary follows WAZA welfare standards and operates family-sized primate troops in naturalistic habitats designed to support normal social behavior and movement.
Visitors encounter the primate residents through guided experiences. The sanctuary does not sell primates and is actively opposed to private primate ownership.
Book Your Experience →"The sanctuary follows WAZA welfare standards and operates family-sized primate troops in naturalistic habitats designed to support normal social behavior and movement."— 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$75/person | Saturdays at 12:30PM
A guided group tour through the sanctuary with interactive animal encounters. The most accessible experience -- ideal for families, birthday parties, and first-time visitors.
Book Interactive Group Tour$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
Add-On Encounters (+$75 each)
Sloth / Anteater Add-On
Up-close time with gentle sloths or anteaters -- always on the animal's own terms.
Otter Feeding Add-On
Hand-feed Chase Sanctuary's playful otters and watch them at their most energetic.
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: What primates does Chase Sanctuary house in Florida?
A: Chase Sanctuary is home to ring-tailed lemurs and other primate species. The sanctuary maintains family-sized troops in naturalistic habitats following WAZA welfare standards.
Q2: Is Chase Sanctuary a legitimate nonprofit primate rescue in Florida?
A: Yes. Chase Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit primate rescue and conservation facility. Animals are not purchased for display. No primates from Chase Sanctuary have ever been sold as pets. The sanctuary is actively opposed to private primate ownership.
Q3: What is the best experience to interact with primates at Chase Sanctuary?
A: The Lemur & Friends Private Tour ($125/person) provides the most intimate access to the sanctuary's ring-tailed lemur troop. The Interactive Group Tour ($75/person) on Saturdays also includes access to the open-air lemur habitat.
Q4: Does Chase Sanctuary participate in primate conservation programs?
A: Yes. Chase Sanctuary's conservation mission includes endangered species preservation through resource sharing with partner zoological facilities. Visit chasesanctuary.org/chase-our-projects for current conservation projects.
Q5: Where is Chase Sanctuary's primate sanctuary located in Florida?
A: Chase Sanctuary is located at 6127 SE 122nd Blvd, Webster, FL 33597 -- approximately 60 miles from Tampa, 50 miles from Orlando, and 38 miles from Ocala.