Mad Monkey Siem Reap Pub Crawl

Pub Street is the headline, but this crawl begins at Mad Monkey’s Canopy Bar and may keep you there for much of the evening. You get a Khmer meal with a beer or soft drink, plus a singlet and cocktail, before the plan moves toward karaoke, a pub-style bar and a club.

I like two things about the offer: it gives you a ready-made way to meet other people, and the $12 price bundles food and several drink perks. The catch is timing: the listed 7:30 p.m. start and 11 p.m. departure for Pub Street leave a long opening stretch at the hostel bar, and the schedule can vary.

Key points to know before you go

• The evening starts at 7:30 p.m. at Mad Monkey Siem Reap’s Canopy Bar, with 20% off drinks and free shots described as available each hour.
• Pub Street comes later. The stated plan is to leave for its bars at 11 p.m., then visit karaoke, a pub-style bar and a club.
• The $12 price includes several extras. These include a singlet, cocktail, Khmer meal with a beer or soft drink, discounted drinks and free shots. Two draft beers are also offered at the bar after the tour.
• The timing deserves a closer look. The five-hour duration and listed 7:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. schedule do not quite match, and the first bar stop may be shorter than the hour described.
• It suits adults keen to meet people. The tour is in English and is not for anyone under 18; bring a passport or ID, and leave large bags behind.

A hostel-bar start, then a late move to Pub Street

The meeting point is Mad Monkey Siem Reap’s Canopy Bar. You arrive at 7:30 p.m., order a first drink and begin the evening there. The stated offer includes 20% off drinks throughout the night and free shots on the hour, although venue details and the exact plan can change.

That first stop is not just a quick check-in. The published schedule says the group leaves for Pub Street at 11 p.m. If that timing holds, you will spend about three and a half hours at the Canopy Bar before heading out. For some people, that is useful: you can settle in, meet the group and enjoy the included meal before moving on. For others, especially if the main reason for booking is to explore Pub Street, it may feel like a long wait.

The experience has earned sharply different reactions for this reason. One person described an unstructured, slow start and said the group stayed at the hostel bar for about two and a half hours; another felt the first three hours were mainly a way to keep people spending there. Those accounts are a useful warning, not a guarantee of what your night will be like. The tour’s own details say the venues and schedule may vary, so ask at the start when the group expects to leave and what activities are planned before then.

There is a host to guide the evening, and a host named SK has been praised for being friendly and making the activities fun. That human element matters on a pub crawl: a good host can help a roomful of strangers start talking. But the experience is also shaped by the group. If the first hours are loose, you may need to be willing to introduce yourself rather than wait for a tightly planned round of games.

Khmer food and drink perks add value

At $12 per person, the price is modest for a night that includes a meal and several drink-related extras. The stated package includes a Mad Monkey singlet, one cocktail, discounted drinks and free shots. The highlights also promise a traditional Khmer meal with your choice of beer or a soft drink, and two draft beers to claim at the bar after the tour.

That mix makes the price more appealing than a simple bar-to-bar escort. The meal gives you a chance to eat before the later stops, while the soft-drink option means you do not have to choose beer with dinner. The singlet is a souvenir, though its value depends on whether you want branded clothing. Discounts and free shots can stretch the evening’s budget, but they are not a reason to drink more than suits you.

Do check the details with the host, especially if you are counting on every advertised extra. The included-items summary emphasizes the singlet, cocktail, shots and discounted drinks, while the meal and post-tour beers appear in the highlights. Since the tour says specifics may vary, confirm how the meal and two draft beers work on your departure rather than assuming every element will be served in the same way each night.

A useful way to judge the value is to separate the package from the night itself. If you would otherwise buy a meal, a cocktail and a few drinks, the inclusions can make $12 a good deal. If you are not drinking, the cocktail, shots and discounts matter less, though the meal and social side may still appeal. The advertised soft drink with the meal gives you at least one non-alcoholic choice, but the experience is clearly organized around bars and drinking.

Karaoke, a pub-style bar and a club

The stated Pub Street sequence begins with a karaoke bar, followed by a place with a pub-like atmosphere and then a club for dancing. That mix is a sensible progression: karaoke offers an easy conversation starter, the pub-style stop gives you a change of pace, and the club is the late-night finish. You are not simply being marched through three identical bars.

The schedule, however, is tight. The tour says it will spend around an hour at each bar, but it also lists an 11 p.m. departure from Mad Monkey and a 1 a.m. return. Three one-hour stops would require three hours, not two. The overall duration is given as five hours, while the stated times from 7:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. span five and a half hours. Those figures do not line up exactly, and the tour notes that actual locations and details can vary.

So treat the sequence as a guide rather than a minute-by-minute promise. You may get a shorter visit at each Pub Street venue, a different departure time or a changed route. If having enough time to sing, talk and dance is important to you, ask the host which stops are planned and how long the group expects to stay. The late move also means you should not book this expecting an early evening of sightseeing followed by a quick drink.

Pub Street is the part of the plan most likely to suit you if you want a lively, social night in Siem Reap. But this is a group night built around bars, not a small-group introduction to local nightlife or a cultural tour. The meal is the main traditional Khmer element in the information provided; the bars and club are the focus once the group leaves the hostel.

Is this the right night out for you?

I would consider this crawl if you are staying at or near Mad Monkey, want to meet people and prefer an evening with the first decisions already made. The singlet gives the group a shared marker, the host can help people connect, and the route includes three different types of stop. One person described the activities as fun and singled out host SK as welcoming; other positive feedback focused on meeting people from different countries and having a good night.

It is a less certain fit if your priority is spending most of the evening on Pub Street. The scheduled three-and-a-half-hour opening at the Canopy Bar is the clearest drawback, especially since the timing and activities at that stage are not spelled out in detail. You might enjoy the relaxed start, but you might also find yourself waiting for the more varied part of the crawl.

The rating of 3.5 from 12 reviews reflects that split. The strongest positive points are the social atmosphere, fun activities and friendly hosting. The main concern is the long, loosely structured stretch at the hostel before the group heads out. Go in expecting a hostel-bar warm-up, not a continuous tour of Pub Street from the moment you arrive.

The practical rules are simple: bring a passport or ID card, and do not bring luggage or a large bag. The activity is in English, lasts about five hours according to its duration, and is not suitable for children under 18, pregnant women or people with mobility impairments. You can cancel up to 24 hours ahead for a full refund, and the reserve-now, pay-later option lets you hold a place without paying today.

Book it if a low-cost, social evening with food, drink perks and a group route sounds more appealing than choosing every stop yourself. Before committing, ask how long the group expects to stay at the Canopy Bar and confirm the meal and post-tour beers. If you want to reach Pub Street early and spend most of the night there, make sure the later departure suits you.

FAQ

How much does the Mad Monkey Siem Reap Pub Crawl cost?

The listed price is $12 per person.

How long does the pub crawl last?

The stated duration is five hours. The schedule lists a 7:30 p.m. meeting and a 1 a.m. return, which spans five and a half hours, so the timing may vary.

Where does the tour begin?

It begins at the Mad Monkey Siem Reap Canopy Bar.

What time does the group leave for Pub Street?

The stated schedule says the group leaves for Pub Street at 11 p.m.

Which types of venues are included?

The planned stops are a karaoke bar, a pub-style bar and a club. The specific locations may vary.

What is included in the price?

The stated inclusions include a Mad Monkey singlet, one cocktail, free shots and discounted drinks at Mad Monkey. The highlights also describe a Khmer meal with a beer or soft drink and two draft beers to claim at the bar after the tour.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. English is the listed language.

What should I bring?

Bring a passport or ID card.

Can I bring luggage or a large bag?

No. Luggage and large bags are not allowed.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.