The Mekong Delta's high population density and extensive agricultural lands have not left a lot of space to nature. There are a handful of nature reserves and bird sanctuaries however and Tra Su's proximity to Chau Doc makes it very accessible.
Tra Su is home to a rich array of bird and other wildlife that live among the canals and cajaput trees (tea trees) - all planted since the end of the Vietnam War.
The best months to travel to Tra Su is when the Mekong is peaking between September and November. I visited in April at the height of the dry season and it was still a very worthwhile trip and saw lots of birds - though only a handful of species.
Travel through the park is mostly by boat - which adds to the the experience.
Travel tips
Tra Su is around 45 minutes (25kms) from Chau Doc. 1 hour boat excursion is around $7USD. In the wet season, longer visits are recommended.
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I visited Tra Su in Oct 2013. It is a place once visited never forgotten. Absolutely fabulous. I made a short edited & narrated video of it if you like to have a look. The link is: http://youtu.be/Mb_GPDXI55E I would also like to say that I enjoy your videos greatly, very helpful when planning my trip last year. They helped to convince me to go to NE Vietnam and I am so glad I did. They also helped trying to get a "close to" pronunciation. cheers Heather