Mad Monkey Siem Reap Pub Crawl

The Mad Monkey Siem Reap Pub Crawl is built for one thing: getting a mixed group of young adults together for a loud night out. You begin at the Mad Monkey Canopy Bar, spend time with the group, then head to Pub Street for karaoke, a pub-style stop, and a club. Host SK has earned praise for being friendly and good at bringing people together.

I like the low price of $12, which covers a singlet, one cocktail, free shots, and discounted drinks. I also like the social setup: the activities and shared stops make it easy to meet people from different countries. The main caution is timing. The evening may spend much longer at Mad Monkey than expected, so this suits you best if you want a hostel party first and a Pub Street crawl later.

Key points to know before booking

• The night begins at 7:30 PM at Mad Monkey Siem Reap’s Canopy Bar, not on Pub Street.
• Pub Street comes later, with planned stops at karaoke, a pub-style bar, and a club.
• Your package includes a singlet, one cocktail, and free shots, plus discounted drinks at Mad Monkey.
• A Khmer meal and two draft beers are advertised, but the included-items wording lists fewer guaranteed inclusions, so confirm the current package.
• Host SK is a strong point if he is leading your night, with a friendly style noted in the available feedback.
• The experience is adults-only, and you need an ID or passport. Large bags are not allowed.

What the $12 price really buys you

At $12 per person, this is a low-cost social night rather than a carefully planned bar tour. You are paying for a group setting, a guide, a few drinks, access to organized stops, and the chance to meet other people without arranging the evening yourself.

The included Mad Monkey singlet is part of the fun. It gives the group a common look and makes it easier to spot fellow participants during the night. You also receive one cocktail and free shots along the way, while drinks at Mad Monkey are discounted. The exact savings depend on what you order, but the discounts matter if you plan to stay at the starting bar for several hours.

The package details also describe a traditional Khmer meal with a beer or soft drink, plus two draft beers to claim at the bar after the tour. At the same time, the included section specifically lists one singlet, one cocktail, free shots, and discounted drinks. I would ask Mad Monkey to confirm the meal and draft beers before booking, since the wording does not give the same level of detail for every inclusion.

That small check can prevent disappointment. At this price, the crawl can be good value if you use the included drinks and want the social side. It becomes less attractive if you expect a tightly managed five-hour route with several long stops away from the hostel.

Starting at the Canopy Bar at 7:30 PM

The evening is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM at the Mad Monkey Siem Reap Canopy Bar. You order your first drink, meet the group, and receive the advertised 20 percent drink discount at Mad Monkey throughout the night. Free shots are also planned on the hour, following the hostel’s usual party style.

This first stage is important because it sets the tone. You are not being picked up and taken straight to a quiet cocktail lounge. You are entering a hostel bar with a party focus, where the point is to socialize before heading toward Pub Street.

The schedule allows several hours at Mad Monkey before leaving for the outside bars. That is the biggest practical issue to understand. One account describes roughly two and a half hours at the first hostel bar, with little organization at the beginning. Another gives the clear impression that the group eventually had a good time once it reached the final bars and clubs.

If you enjoy games, drinks, and making your own fun, this opening can work well. If you booked because you wanted an immediate Pub Street crawl, the wait may feel too long. I would arrive ready for a hostel party, not a fast-moving bar-hopping route.

The free shots can help people start talking, but you should pace yourself. The night is planned to continue until about 1:00 AM, and the most active part comes later. You do not need to accept every drink or shot to take part.

The late move to Pub Street

The stated plan is to leave for Pub Street at 11:00 PM. That means the outdoor part of the evening is concentrated into roughly two hours, with about an hour at each main stop before returning to Mad Monkey around 1:00 AM.

This timing explains the mixed value. The tour is advertised as a five-hour experience, but the Pub Street portion is much shorter than the full duration suggests. You may spend a large share of the evening at the starting bar, then make a quick run through the later venues.

That is not automatically bad. Siem Reap nightlife can be easier to enjoy when you first have a group around you. You get time to meet people before entering the busier parts of town. Still, I would keep expectations clear: this is not an all-night walk through many different bars.

The exact Canopy Bar and venue choices can change. The operator notes that locations and itinerary details may vary based on the actual venues and group preferences. That gives the guide some freedom to adjust the night, but it also means you should not treat every listed stop as fixed.

First stop: karaoke for about an hour

The first Pub Street stop is planned as a karaoke bar. This is a smart choice for a mixed group because it gives people something active to do, rather than asking everyone to stand around and make conversation over drinks.

Karaoke can also expose the limits of a large social group. If several people want to sing, the hour can pass quickly. If nobody wants to take the microphone, the stop may feel slow. Your enjoyment here depends heavily on the energy of the group and the guide’s ability to get people involved.

This is one place where a friendly host matters. SK received particular praise for being welcoming and for helping create a fun night. If he is leading your group, his job is not just to point out the next bar. It is to help strangers become a group, especially during the quieter first part of the evening.

Do not expect a polished stage show or a private karaoke room based on the information available. The plan simply identifies a karaoke bar, so the setup can vary.

Second stop: a pub-style bar

After karaoke, the group heads to a place with a more traditional pub atmosphere. The planned stay is about one hour.

This middle stop should give you a change of pace. After the organized activity of karaoke, you can talk, have a drink, and decide how much energy you want to save for the club. The description does not name the venue, so I cannot promise a particular menu, music style, or seating arrangement.

The value here lies in the rhythm of the evening. You get a social activity first, then a more relaxed bar, then dancing. That sequence is easier for a mixed group than starting immediately in a loud club.

The drawback is again the limited time outside Mad Monkey. If the first bar portion runs late, the pub stop could feel rushed. You may spend more time getting settled than actually enjoying the venue. Keep your expectations modest and focus on meeting people rather than collecting a long list of bars.

Final stop: dancing at a club

The final stop is a club, where the group plans to dance before returning to Mad Monkey around 1:00 AM. This is likely to be the most energetic part of the night.

A club makes sense as the final stop because you no longer need much conversation. By this point, you have had time to meet the group and decide who you want to spend the rest of the evening with. If you prefer dancing to drinking, this may be the part you value most.

The venue is not named, and the operator warns that locations may change. I would not book this expecting a particular club or music program. You are buying a flexible night out, not a ticket to one fixed venue.

The return time also matters. The advertised schedule brings you back to Mad Monkey at about 1:00 AM, although nightlife plans can shift. The tour is not designed as an all-night pass to Pub Street. If you want to continue later, the booking information does not say that the group will stay together after the scheduled return.

Food, drinks, and what to clarify

The experience includes several drink benefits. You get one cocktail, free shots through the night, discounted Mad Monkey drinks, and the advertised 20 percent reduction at the starting bar. A Mad Monkey singlet is also included.

The activity details describe a traditional Khmer meal with a beer or soft drink. That is useful if you want some food before several hours of drinking. A meal also adds a local touch that a basic hostel bar crawl would otherwise lack.

Two draft beers after the tour are also listed among the highlights. Yet the shorter inclusion list does not repeat those items. I would ask three simple questions before you go:

• Is the Khmer meal included for every participant?
• Are the two draft beers included after the tour?
• Do the free shots and discounts apply only at Mad Monkey, or also at later venues?

Those questions are not fussy. They help you judge the real value of the $12 price and plan how much extra cash you need.

Bring your passport or another form of identification. Leave luggage and large bags at your accommodation, since they are not allowed on the activity. Small personal items are easier to manage during karaoke and dancing.

The social side is the real attraction

The strongest reason to book this crawl is not the number of bars. It is the chance to meet people quickly in Siem Reap.

The format gives you several natural conversation points: the first drink, the singlet, the hourly shots, karaoke, the pub stop, and the club. You do not have to walk into Pub Street alone and guess where to go. For solo visitors, that can be worth more than a free drink.

The positive feedback especially highlights the fun activities, meeting people from different countries, and the friendly hosting of SK. Those points fit the structure of the night. The crawl works best when you take part instead of waiting for the guide to entertain you.

That last point is important. One strong criticism says the first three hours offered few activities and that participants had to create the party themselves. I would take that seriously. This is a social framework, not a stage performance. If you are quiet, dislike group games, or want a guide to provide constant entertainment, the evening may feel under-managed.

If you are outgoing, the same setup can feel freeing. You can chat, join in, skip a shot, sing, dance, or simply stay with the people you like. The guide helps shape the night, but the group supplies much of the energy.

Who should book this night out?

I would recommend it to solo visitors, young adults, and small groups who want an easy way to meet other people in Siem Reap. It is also useful if you are staying at Mad Monkey or nearby and like hostel-based nightlife.

You should be comfortable with alcohol, late hours, loud venues, and an adults-only setting. Children under 18 are not permitted, and the activity is not suitable for pregnant women or people with mobility impairments.

I would be more cautious if you want a culture-focused evening. The Khmer meal adds a local element, but the main purpose is drinking, socializing, karaoke, and dancing. You will not get a guided introduction to Siem Reap’s history or food scene.

The crawl may also disappoint you if you want to visit many different Pub Street venues. The planned route has three types of stops, but the evening begins at Mad Monkey and may remain there for several hours. Ask about the current schedule if the Pub Street portion is your main reason for booking.

My verdict on the Mad Monkey Siem Reap Pub Crawl

Book this for the people, the low price, and the easy party structure. The $12 cost is fair if you use the cocktail, singlet, shots, drink discount, and any confirmed food or beer benefits. Host SK is a particularly good sign when he is leading the group.

Do not book it expecting a tightly timed crawl from one outside bar to the next. The long opening at Mad Monkey is the central weakness, and the first hours may require you to make your own fun. If you want an organized social night that eventually reaches karaoke, a pub, and a club, this can work well. If you want immediate action on Pub Street, choose a plan with less time at the hostel bar.

FAQ

How long does the Mad Monkey Siem Reap Pub Crawl last?

The experience is scheduled to last five hours. It begins at 7:30 PM and is planned to return to Mad Monkey Siem Reap around 1:00 AM.

Where does the pub crawl begin?

You meet at the Mad Monkey Siem Reap Canopy Bar at 7:30 PM. The first drink and the advertised drink discount begin there.

When does the group leave for Pub Street?

The stated schedule has the group leaving for Pub Street at 11:00 PM.

Which types of venues are included?

The plan includes about one hour at a karaoke bar, a stop at a pub-style venue, and a final stop at a club for dancing. Specific venues may change.

What is included in the price?

The listed inclusions are one Mad Monkey singlet, one cocktail, free shots during the night, and discounted drinks at Mad Monkey. A Khmer meal with a beer or soft drink and two draft beers are also advertised, but you should confirm those details before booking.

What should I bring?

Bring your passport or another form of identification. Large bags and luggage are not allowed.

Can children join the pub crawl?

No. The activity is for people aged 18 and older. It is also not suitable for pregnant women or people with mobility impairments.