Vam Ho Bird Sanctuary

A rookery on the Ba Lai river, formed in 1986 when an entire flock migrated here of its own accord.

Nobody founded Vam Ho: in May 1986 the birds of Cu Lao Dat simply left and chose this stand of date palm on the Ba Lai river as their new home. Since then its sixty-seven hectares of mangrove have become one of the most intact rookeries in Ben Tre. Take a sampan into the narrow channels and you hear the birds from every direction before you see a single one; only from the observation towers does the density of egret, night heron and ibis nests become clear. Dusk is the changing of the guard: egrets come in to sleep exactly as the night herons head out to feed.

Visitor information

When is the best time to visit Vam Ho Bird Sanctuary?

April to October

How much does it cost to visit Vam Ho Bird Sanctuary?

40,000₫

How long do you need at Vam Ho Bird Sanctuary?

Half a day

What are the opening hours of Vam Ho Bird Sanctuary?

07:00 - 17:00

Did you know

The sanctuary covers about 67 hectares along the Ba Lai river.
It formed in May 1986 when birds migrated in from Cu Lao Dat.
It lies roughly 35–40km from Ben Tre city.
The area is divided into five compartments as fire protection.

Travel tips

Take the sampan late in the day for the egret return and the night herons' departure.
Wear closed shoes and long sleeves — date palm means thorns and mosquitoes.

Source: https://vi.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sân_chim_Vàm_Hồ

Updated: 2026-08-06