Unique Animal Experiences Near
Clermont, FL
Chase Sanctuary offers unique animal experiences near Clermont FL. Clermont sits in the rolling hills of Lake County, close enough to Orlando to feel the pull of the theme parks but unique enough to support a crowd that wants something different. Chase Sanctuary in Webster, FL is 40 miles west, a 40-minute drive on State Route 50, and it delivers exactly that.
Genuinely Wild
This 20-acre nonprofit sanctuary runs small guided experiences with lemurs, sloths, anteaters, otters, wallabies, tortoises, and more. The Sunrise at the Sanctuary on Saturday mornings draws Clermont residents specifically because it offers something peaceful and genuinely wild without requiring a two-hour drive.
Book ahead -- Saturday spots fill consistently.
Book Your Experience →"The Sunrise at the Sanctuary on Saturday mornings draws Clermont residents specifically because it offers something peaceful and genuinely wild without requiring a two-hour drive."— Location Details
Address: 6127 SE 122nd Blvd, Webster, FL 33597
Signature Experiences
Discover the encounters that make Chase Sanctuary unforgettable.
$95/person | Saturdays at 9:00AM
Walk through the open-air lemur enclosure with a guide, meeting lemurs, giant tortoises, muntjac deer, wallabies, and other open-air inhabitants at first light.
Book Sunrise at the Sanctuary$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 PrimatesAdd-On Encounters
Add-On Encounters (+$75 each)
Otter Feeding Add-On
Hand-feed Chase Sanctuary's playful otters and watch them at their most energetic.
Sloth / Anteater Add-On
Up-close time with gentle sloths or anteaters -- always on the animal's own terms.
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 Clermont?
A: Chase Sanctuary is approximately 40 miles west of Clermont -- about a 40-minute drive via State Route 50 West into Webster, FL.
Q2: What unique animal experiences are available near Clermont?
A: Chase Sanctuary offers the Lemur & Friends Private Tour, Painting With Primates, Sunrise at the Sanctuary, Interactive Group Tour, Mini Cows & Mini Tour, Keeper for a Day, and the Ultimate VIP Experience. Add-on encounters with sloths, otters, and fennec foxes are also available.
Q3: Is Chase Sanctuary open on Saturdays near Clermont?
A: Yes. Sunrise at the Sanctuary runs Saturdays at 9AM. The Interactive Group Tour runs Saturdays at 12:30PM. The Mini Cows & Mini Tour runs Saturdays and Sundays from 1:30-3PM.
Q4: Can I visit Chase Sanctuary from Clermont with a large group?
A: Chase Sanctuary keeps groups small by design for a more intimate experience. The Interactive Group Tour is the best option for larger groups. For private group events, the Ultimate VIP Experience or a custom arrangement through the contact page is recommended.
Q5: Does Chase Sanctuary offer anything for children visiting from Clermont?
A: Yes. The Mini Cows & Mini Tour and Interactive Group Tour are both popular with children. They run on weekends and offer age-appropriate animal interaction in a safe, guided environment.