Siem Reap: Afternoon APOPO Rats Tour + Phare Circus Option

Siem Reap, Cambodia

3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Local Transportation -Tuk Tuk
Licensed, English-speaking tour guide
Phare Cambodian Circus show tickets-Seat C (Phare Circus included option)
Admission at APOPO Visitor Center
Admission at Тheam's Gallery
Tour insurance

Personal expenses

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

StrEATs by ibis Styles Siem Reap
Street 10 ibis Styles Siem Reap Riverfront, beside the, Old Market Bridge, Krong Siem Reap 171252, Cambodia
Our Tour Guide will be waiting for you at Streats by ibis Styles Siem Reap at 2:30 PM, please kindly arrive on time.

End points

This activity ends in a different location. See details below:

Operating hours
.2:30 pm

Itinerary

StrEATs by ibis Styles Siem Reap

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

APOPO Visitor Center

50 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Theam's Gallery

50 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Royal Independence Gardens

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Siem Reap

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
Not suitable for customer has a strong phobia or intense sensitivity to rats
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

5.0

based on 3 reviews

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Apopo rats, Theams gallery and the royal residence park.

Angela_B, Apr 2026

We visited the Apopo hero rats and were very impressed with the work they do. If dogs can seek out items, illnesses etc why not rats. The hero rats have saved a lot of lives with the work they do along with their ‘keepers’. Our guide Hueng, also took us to Theams Gallery which was like a cultural museum, and very interesting to hear about it. This was followed by a trip to the park near the royal residence where we saw the fruit bats, apparently the only place you see them in Siem Reap, the honeycombs high up in the tree branches of the large bees and the Angkor Wat Statues. Hueng was happy to talk to us about the Cambodian culture and history, both Angkor Wat and the more recent conflict that happened in his family’s lifetime.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. We’re delighted to hear you were impressed by the APOPO Hero Rats and their important work, as well as the meaningful stops at Theam’s Gallery and the park near the Royal Residence. It’s wonderful that Hueng was able to share both cultural and historical insights and make the experience so engaging. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again in Siem Reap.

I had a truly memorable afternoon on the tour to APOPO in Siem Reap. I was the only guest that day, which made the experience feel especially personal. I was promptly met at Ibis Styles Siem Reap by my guide, Heang, who immediately made me feel welcome. It was just a short drive to APOPO, where I joined a small group for the main tour. We were introduced to one of the remarkable “HeroRATs” and watched a live demonstration of how these incredible animals are trained to detect explosives. Seeing firsthand how calmly and methodically they work was fascinating. There was also an opportunity for photos, followed by a short but impactful video outlining the life-changing humanitarian work APOPO carries out in clearing landmines and saving lives. If I had one small criticism, it would be that I would have loved to spend a little more time watching the rats in action. That said, I completely understand that the welfare and wellbeing of the animals must always come first. The tour then continued to the Themes Gallery, showcasing traditional Cambodian art. Unfortunately, there was a power outage during our visit, but I was still able to browse and make a purchase from their shop. They have some wonderful pieces on display — I’m particularly fond of their beautifully colourful elephant artworks, which I collect. Our final stop was a pleasant stroll near the Royal Palace area, a nice way to round off the afternoon and take in a bit more of the city’s atmosphere. Ultimately, it was my guide Heang who truly made the experience exceptional. He is knowledgeable, personable, and clearly passionate about what he does. My five stars go to him without hesitation.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for your detailed review. We’re delighted to hear that your visit to APOPO was memorable and that Heang made the experience exceptional with his knowledge and passion. We’re glad you enjoyed meeting the HeroRATs, exploring the gallery, and strolling near the Royal Palace. Your feedback is much appreciated.

Nice experience 👌

Nathalie_S, Mar 2026

Great activity , lots of information shared about the country and these rats are amazing!! I strongly recommend this activity!!!

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Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for your great feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed the activity and learning about the country. Happy to hear our rats impressed you too! 🐀✨ We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again!

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