Muizenberg Beach, Cape Town

This is a long stretch of gently sloping, white sand beach bordering the warm waters of the Indian Ocean. Muizenberg provides safe swimming and the moderately sized waves makes it a popular hangout for body-boarders and novice surfers. This is the ideal choice for families with young children since it has all the facilities that make for a great day at the beach. Behind the beach side pavilion is a seawater pool, putt-putt course and long curvy Super Tube (water slide). A new complex has been built alongside the pavilion to provide more changing-rooms, showers and safe lock-up facilities. Lining the car park is a collection of mini-vans selling fast food, ice-creams and cold drinks. There are a number of fascinating places to explore in the town of Muizenberg, including the Natale Labia Museum, Rhodes Cottage, the Toy museum and Collectors' Shop and the Masque Theatre.