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The Haven Zoo
📍 668 Price Chapel Rd, Lavonia, GA 30553🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About The Haven Zoo
The Haven Zoo is a zoo in Lavonia, GA. Founder Jonnie Sue Thurman is an anthropologist who personally leads all small group tours and educates visitors about animal rescue stories. Rated 5 out of 5 stars by 19 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Location
- Lavonia, GA
- Best For
- All ages
- Experience
- Guided tours with founder (~1.5 hours)
- Focus
- Animal rescue and endangered species education
💡 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
- The zoo collection includes both exotic animals (foxes, monkeys) and domestic animals (goats), with visitors able to meet the entire animal population during tours
💬 What Visitors Say
- Book your appointment well in advance on The Haven Zoo's website, as tours are limited to small groups and founder Jonnie Sue Thurman personally leads each 1.5-hour tour. This ensures you secure your preferred visit time.
- Plan for the full 1.5-hour duration of the guided tour, which includes a walking visit to every animal in the facility. Jonnie Sue provides detailed educational information about each animal's rescue story, so wear comfortable walking shoes.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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