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Visitor tip
This is an ideal educational experience for all ages because the founder personally shares the rescue mission and stories behind each animal, teaching visitors about endangered species protection. Bring curious questions about the animals and their conservation.
Visitor tip
Despite being located on a less-traveled road, The Haven Zoo offers a unique, authentic animal rescue experience. Don't overlook it as a hidden gem—reviewers emphasize the beautiful facility and diverse collection of exotic and domestic animals.
Visitor tip
Support the nonprofit mission by visiting with family and friends. The small admission fee directly supports Jonnie Sue's animal rescue work, making your visit a meaningful contribution to the cause.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Location
- Lavonia, GA
- Experience
- Guided tours with founder (~1.5 hours)
- Focus
- Animal rescue and endangered species education
What visitors say
The Haven Zoo is an incredible animal rescue. The compassion and dedication to the animals is impressive. The Founder and anthropologist, JohnieSue Thurman is knowledgeable, and her love for the animals is inspiring. Children and…
if you are looking for a great place to take children/grandchilden or even yourself, please visit The Haven Zoo,in Lavonia, just over the Hartwell town line. It is a nonprofit organization and Jonnie Sue is amazing in what she does,…
The Haven Zoo is one unique hidden treasures in Lavonia, GA. Jonnie Sue is such a cool lady. Her history defines what The Haven is. A rescue. I brought the family for the foxes but they loved being able to see every animal that occupies…
From 19 Google reviews
Did You Know?
- Founder Jonnie Sue Thurman is an anthropologist who personally leads all small group tours and educates visitors about animal rescue stories
- The Haven Zoo operates as a nonprofit animal rescue facility where most animals in the collection have been rescued
- Tours are limited to small groups and last approximately 1.5 hours, with the founder walking visitors to every animal in the collection
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