Pub Street hits hard at night. This Mad Monkey crawl strings together discounts, free shots, and a full-on bar-to-club rhythm so you don’t have to plan your own route in Siem Reap.

Two things I like right away: the night starts with a built-in 20% off perk and a first drink at the Mad Monkey Canopy Bar, and you also get a real bundle of included drinks (singlet, one cocktail, free shots along the way, plus two draft beers after the tour). One thing to consider is that early stops can feel slower or less organized depending on how the night is running, so go in with flexible energy.

If you want a structured “just follow the group” night out with a social crowd, this is the kind of tour that fits. If you hate any forced pacing, you’ll probably feel impatient when the group is still gathering.

Key Points at a Glance

• Meet at 7:30 PM at Mad Monkey Canopy Bar to lock in the first drink and the 20% discount
• Included kit: a Mad Monkey singlet and one cocktail
• Free shots on the hour keep the momentum going
• Pub Street rotation: karaoke bar, then a pub-like spot, then a club
• Food on the plan: traditional Khmer meal with a beer or soft drink
• Two draft beers after the tour add extra value at the end

Where the Night Starts: Mad Monkey Canopy Bar at 7:30 PM

This crawl is timed for maximum night-life impact: you meet at 7:30 PM at the Mad Monkey Siem Reap Canopy Bar. The early start matters. It gives you enough time to settle in before Pub Street gets noisy later, and it also gives the group an easy place to regroup.

What you can count on at the start:

• You order your first drink right away
• You get 20% off throughout the night (starting from the meet-up)
• You’ll be in the Mad Monkey orbit, which usually means a social, party-minded crowd

You also get your included gear and first drinks part of the package. That reduces the awkward “what do we do first?” feeling that can happen on DIY nights out.

One practical note: bring ID (passport or an ID card). The tour also says no large bags or luggage, so keep your load light. That makes Pub Street easier to navigate and keeps you from being the person stuck managing gear while the group moves.

The Included Drinks: Singlet, Cocktail, Free Shots, and Two Draft Beers

The best part of value is how many drink moments are built in. For $12, you’re not just buying access to a group walk—you’re getting a set of drink perks plus time at bars where discounted drinks can add up.

Here’s what’s included from the info you have:

• A Mad Monkey singlet
• One cocktail
• Free shots during the night (with free shots on the hour)
• Discounted drinks at the Mad Monkey bar

And there’s one more bonus that can meaningfully change how you feel about price: you can claim two draft beers at the bar after the tour.

Why this matters:

• Your first costs are already handled (singlet + cocktail + shots).
• The hourly shots help keep people social instead of turning into slow-drinking zombies.
• Ending with two draft beers gives you a “win” even if you don’t go super hard at the club.

If you’re watching your budget, this setup is also useful. You still need to pay for extras, but you aren’t starting from zero. With Pub Street, that can be the difference between a fun night and a wallet panic by midnight.

The Pace at Mad Monkey: Where Nights Can Feel Slow

Now for the part I’d watch carefully. Some nights begin with extra time hanging around at Mad Monkey before the real Pub Street hopping starts. The plan has a major move at 11:00 PM, when you leave for Pub Street bars.

What that means for you:

• If you’re hoping for nonstop action right away, the early stretch might feel like warming up instead of doing activities.
• Depending on the flow of the night, it can feel a bit unorganized at the hostel-bar stage, with the group spending longer than you expect in one place.

One review note that stuck with me: the first part can be more about earning money at the bar than structured activities. Another said the early bar time felt sluggish, then the last two stops were much better.

So my advice is simple: treat the first couple hours like check-in and liquid bonding. If you want “game-on” energy, assume it ramps up after the 11:00 PM departure.

11:00 PM on Pub Street: Karaoke, Then Bars, Then the Club

At 11:00 PM, the group moves to Pub Street. The tour structure is clear: about one hour at each stop. That’s a smart pacing choice because you’re not stuck forever in one place, but you also get enough time to order, socialize, and figure out what the crowd is doing.

The stops (in the order described):

1. A karaoke bar as the first stop
2. A spot with more of a pub-like atmosphere
3. A club, where the goal is dancing

The hour-per-stop rhythm is good for people who want to meet others fast. You get a repeating schedule: mingle, drink, move, repeat. That keeps conversations from dying when someone realizes the bar has no energy.

Karaoke can also be an emotional cheat code. Even if you don’t sing, you’re watching other people take a risk. It breaks the ice quickly and gives groups something shared beyond just chatting over beer.

Then comes the shift from karaoke and pub energy to club volume. The club stop is where you’ll feel the “okay, this is why I came” part most clearly. If you’re sensitive to loud music, wear ear-friendly habits (like being ready to stand where you can breathe and not just in the densest speaker zone).

The Traditional Khmer Meal Break: A Real Reset, Not a Side Note

This tour includes food, and that’s not a minor detail. You get a traditional Khmer meal with either a beer or a soft drink of your choice.

Why I think food is a big deal on a pub crawl:

• It keeps the night safer. Alcohol without food can turn a social night into a miserable one.
• It gives you something Khmer and local to anchor your evening, instead of it being only international bar culture.

Also, it breaks the night into two modes: drink-social and eat-reset. That helps your body keep up with the schedule, especially if you’re planning to stay for the club.

One practical suggestion: eat normally during the meal. It’s tempting to snack “so you can keep drinking,” but the included meal is your chance to actually recharge.

The 5-Hour Window: Timing From Meet-Up to Return

The listed duration is 5 hours, and the flow looks like this:

• Meet at 7:30 PM
• Move to Pub Street at 11:00 PM
• Return around 1:00 AM

Even if the exact timing can shift a bit based on the night’s bar locations, this gives you a clear expectation: you’re getting a full evening, not a short sampler.

This matters if you also plan another day activity after. You’ll likely want a slower morning the next day. If your schedule is tight, this tour is the kind that steals energy, not time.

Host and Group Vibe: Social Energy With Occasional Missteps

A pub crawl is only as good as its host energy and how the group moves together. The tour is guided in English, and at least one review mentioned a host named SK as nice and good.

Here’s what that tells me about fit:

• If the host is keeping the mood up, people usually loosen their shoulders and talk to strangers faster.
• If the group is waiting around too much early, the host’s job becomes bigger, and you might feel that as a less smooth start.

The good news: even if the early phase isn’t perfect, the later stops can deliver. One review specifically said the last two bars/clubs were good after a slower early stretch.

What I’d do: arrive ready to meet people, but don’t expect “activity after activity” in the early hours. After 11:00 PM, it tends to feel more alive.

Price and Value: Is $12 Actually a Deal?

At $12 per person for a five-hour night out, the value is mostly in the included drinks and the drink-discount setup.

Let’s translate the package into real-life value:

• A singlet and a cocktail cover part of your baseline spend
• Free shots on the hour add repeated “included” moments
• Discounted drinks at the start bar can reduce the cost of your early orders
• Two draft beers after the tour are an easy win at the end
• The Khmer meal is also included, and that’s a solid cost saver compared with buying dinner separately during a nightlife crawl

Where cost can get tricky is extras. If you start ordering premium cocktails, multiple rounds, or expensive add-ons at each stop, you can overshoot the $12 deal fast. But that’s true for any bar crawl.

So I see this as good value if you:

• plan to drink within reason
• use the included perks to reduce your starting costs
• go along with the group schedule instead of chasing your own route

If you rarely drink and just want atmosphere, you may feel the price is less attractive. But if you’re in “yes, it’s my night” mode, this is priced like a fun entry ticket, not a luxury nightlife plan.

Who This Pub Crawl Fits Best (and Who Should Skip It)

This tour is not for everyone. It says it’s not suitable for:

• pregnant women
• children under 18
• people with mobility impairments

In terms of vibe, I’d say it suits you if:

• you want an easy social plan in Siem Reap
• you’re okay with moving between bars every hour
• you like karaoke or at least the idea of it as a party icebreaker
• you want included drinks and a clear end time

I’d skip it if:

• you want quiet or cultural focus during the evening
• you dislike bars that can get chaotic and loud
• you hate the “follow the group” pacing, especially early in the night

Also, keep in mind you may have some waiting around before Pub Street begins at 11:00 PM. If that drives you crazy, choose a different kind of tour.

Practical Tips to Have a Better Night on Pub Street

I’ll keep these grounded and useful, because nightlife plans work best when you reduce friction.

• Bring passport or ID and keep it accessible.
• Pack light. The tour says no luggage or large bags, so leave bulky stuff at your accommodation.
• Bring enough money for extras. The crawl includes discounts and some drinks, but it won’t cover everything.
• Pace your drinking. The meal helps, but shots stack fast when you’re having fun.
• If you get overstimulated in the club, step out for short breaks and come back in. You’ll last longer than you think.

And one last mindset trick: treat karaoke and the first pub stop as conversation engines, not as performances. If you focus on meeting people, you’ll enjoy even the bits that feel slower.

Should You Book the Mad Monkey Siem Reap Pub Crawl?

Book it if you want a low-planning, high-social night with included drinks, free shots, a Khmer meal, and an organized Pub Street route that ends around 1:00 AM. At $12, the math only needs you to drink modestly to feel like you got your money’s worth.

Skip it if you want a perfectly smooth, activity-packed start. The early hours can feel slower, and you might spend more time around Mad Monkey than you expect before the Pub Street changeover.

If your ideal night is meeting people, hitting a karaoke bar, and then dancing at a club, this one is a strong pick. If your ideal night is calm and independent, you’ll probably do better with something less structured.

FAQ

What’s the meeting time for the Mad Monkey Siem Reap Pub Crawl?

The tour meets at 7:30 PM at the Mad Monkey Siem Reap Canopy Bar.

How long is the pub crawl?

The experience is listed as 5 hours.

Is Pub Street included in the plan?

Yes. The group leaves for Pub Street at 11:00 PM, then moves between bars and a club.

What drink deals are included?

You get 20% off throughout the night at the start bar, plus discounted drinks at Mad Monkey and free shots on the hour.

What’s included with the ticket besides drinks?

You receive a Mad Monkey singlet, a cocktail, and a traditional Khmer meal with a beer or soft drink of your choice. You can also claim two draft beers at the bar after the tour.

Do I need ID?

Yes. The tour asks you to bring a passport or ID card.

Is luggage allowed?

No. Luggage or large bags are not allowed.

Who is this tour not suitable for?

It’s not suitable for pregnant women, children under 18, or people with mobility impairments.