St. Petersburg Jungle Prada Site History Tour

Overview

The Jungle Prada Tour is a historian-led guided tour of a pre-historic Tocobaga village site, including the best-preserved American Indian mound in Tampa Bay. The Jungle Prada Site Complex is also thought to be the landing place of the 1528 Narváez expedition, the survivors of which walked from Florida all the way to the Pacific Ocean (1528 – 1536)!

We are located on the shores of beautiful Boca Ciega Bay, directly across from John’s Pass and Treasure Island. The privately-owned Anderson Mound has been lovingly preserved by the Anderson family for over 80 years.

You’ll meet peacocks (residents of the Jungle Prada Site since the 1950s), discover native plants used by the Tocobaga people, and explore a side of St. Petersburg, Florida you never knew existed!

City: St Petersburg

Fri 01 Nov

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Starting at $13.70

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Fri 01 Nov

Starting at $13.70

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What's Included

Parking available on-site

75-minute Historian led guided tour

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Pets are not allowed on the site
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
The tour takes place entirely outdoors, and is limited to 20 people per tour. Reservations are required.

What To Expect

St. Petersburg

The Jungle Prada Site is the best-preserved American Indian site in Tampa Bay. The highlight of our 75-minute guided Florida history tour is a huge Tocobaga Indian midden mound and adjoining village plaza. Hidden away in the historic neighborhood known as Jungle Prada, the main mound consists of tens of thousands of ancient conch and whelk shells, and is more than 900 feet long! The subtropical jungle landscape here is populated by dozens of beautiful free-roaming peacocks! The tour and the locations are loaded with Florida history that is explained in a vibrant and engaging way. In addition to learning about the lives of the Tocobaga Indians, you'll also encounter the amazing story of Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca, a Spanish conquistador who landed at the Jungle Prada with the 1528 Narvaez Expedition, and whose incredible journey of survival took him and three others from Florida all the way to the Pacific Ocean (1528 - 1536). If you are a Florida resident or a visitor interested in history and archaeology, the Jungle Prada Site Tour is a rewarding experience that will engage your mind and challenge your perceptions about the Sunshine State!

Jungle Prada de Navarez Park

Nearby attraction. Free parking attraction on site and close walk to site tour.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (234)

Mark S

Nov 2019

We were here last year and we read Cabeza De Vaca's account of the journey. We had to come back again to discuss with David Anderson now that we read of this AMAZING ordeal. A piece of history that is little known and appreciated, Cabeza De Vaca survived one of the most challenging journeys in the New World. A must if you love history!!!!

Response from Host

Jan 2020

Hi Mark, it was great to see you again! It's wonderful to talk with someone else who is equally amazed at Cabeza de Vaca's journey. Thank you for helping us spread the word about this epic tale!

N8574WVlaurenm

Nov 2019

The tour guide was phenomenal. Very engaging and knowledgeable about the site and local history. His family history was incredibly interesting and I’m glad his grandfather had the foresight to preserve the mound. The peacocks & peahens were a bonus. Highly recommend this tour!!! Best money you can spend

Response from Host

Jan 2020

We really appreciate your support and positive review! Thank you!!

MontanaMac

Oct 2019

Important to know this is A.K.A: Sacred Lands tour, Anderson/Narvaez archaeological site tour Narvaez/Anderson Indian Mound tour - I found the listing once and then had a challenging time finding it again in order to book tickets. It is a beautiful preserved area, family owned, family operated. Gardens and native plants, birds, peafowl, greenhouse has archeological items. Do this!

Response from Host

Oct 2019

Hey MontanaMac, thank you for checking out our tour, and for your positive review! Just FYI, we have been working to consolidate our presence on Trip Advisor and clear up any confusion about our official business name. Thanks for your patience, and for coming back to find Discover Florida Tours' tour of the Jungle Prada site! I appreciate your perseverance.