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

Thu 31 Oct

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Thu 31 Oct

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)

paolastaciei

Jul 2022

Today I went on a tour at Discover Florida Tours. If you are familiar with the area, you've probably driven past the giant white sign that indicates that Narvaez (who led a very interesting expedition through Florida and lived an extremely interesting life before and after...look him up) landed there in the 1500's. The site was all home to the Tocobaga native Floridians who built the shell mounds on the land. The Anderson family has worked to preserve the mound. David who gave me the tour, is continuing their family mission to preserve and educate . I know most people will find it something they can stop over, but people, I'm telling you to fo to one of their tours. It was only $12, was about 75 minutes, not a lot of walking at all..actually it was minimal in comparison to any other tour). But it was so interesting to not only learn about the Tocobaga and Spanish arrival here, but about local history of the development of the city. It's not a huge area, but it is an important area to preserve. Visiting helps keep things going for them. They also have other events like meditation, yoga, drum circles. David does other local historical talks in the area. He js knowledgeable about not just the family land, but other important historical spots in the county and Florida. You can even rent out a space outside for events like weddings or birthdays, etc. It was not too hot, but because it's a little jungle-y bug spray is needed. Check it our people!! Oh and David is a horticulturist and like an expert on native plants. There are also a bunch 🦚 if you enjoy those types of wild animals.

Andrew_S

Jul 2022

David, the tour guide was very knowledgeable, and passionate about the stories that he tells! The property is beautiful, and is oozing with history. We will be back

RavynJohnson

Jul 2022

Absolutely incredible. Phenomenal tour. My husband and I left and said to each other, “David’s grandparents would be proud of what he’s done with the tour.” David is so knowledgeable, super nice, and very passionate about the land and its history. He weaves in Native American history, European history, and family history in an engaging way. The details: Be sure to arrive a few minutes early! He has a short video talking about the land and setting up part of the tour. FOR PEOPLE IN THE SUMMER: the heat is not bad at all on this tour with all the shade. Yes, you’ll get a little warm, but the majority of the time you are covered by trees. Bring a water bottle and enjoy :) We loved this on our July trip! He does tons of outside research to make the story of the area and Florida come alive. Take time and soak it all in! Also, be sure to look out for the beautiful Native American pottery pieces, shells, and other items on the property. So cool that you can see so many beautiful things in this space. Also, even if you are mildly interested in history, I would say to go. I loved learning about it all and I am no history buff!