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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
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
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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!
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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)
Ina_D
Jun 2019
It was simply beyond words! It felt as if we were in another time and era! I have never felt the raw glory and magnanimity of nature, earth and water anywhere else more than at this jungle here ... it was paradise so close to downtown St. Petersburg, among peacocks and birds in their natural habitat! Kudos to the Anderson family for preserving the heritage. David was passionate about the land and a very knowledgeable too. Highly recommended tour for a visit to an ancient mound and a truly peaceful and spiritual experience.
Raysfan309
Jun 2019
This is something everyone should put on their list of things to do in St Petersburg! David gave a most informative talk/tour with slices of little known history about early Native Americans combined with a walk through a beautiful piece of property in the Jungle Prada area. David’s passion for this place and his appreciation for history made this a very enjoyable visit. This is truly a tropical paradise worth visiting!
Response from Host
Jun 2019
Thank you so much for your kind words! These reviews really help, so thanks for taking the time. I'm very glad you enjoyed your visit. Cheers!
Lillette
Apr 2019
So glad we came here. David, our enthusiastic tour guide, is a true storyteller and regaled us with many facts and interesting stories about Tampa Bay's Native Americans and early Spanish settlers. He also has a degree in horticulture and answered our many questions about the beautiful flora we walked past. A bonus was coming up close and personal with a male peacock who fanned out his gorgeous feathers. We saw (and heard) many other peacocks as it was mating season. Be sure and take along your camera/IPhone for photos!
Response from Host
Apr 2019
Thank you Lilette! It was great to meet you!

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