With a population of just above 300 people, Laudat is referred to as a "gateway" because it is the sole entry point to many of the islands sights, including the Boiling Lake, Fresh Water Lake, and Titou Gorge.

It is located approximately 20 minutes from the capital, Roseau and is at the end of the road (there is no alternative but to turn around to exit).

It is still a swimming place, and small waterfalls of hot and cold water stream into the gorge.

Laudat receives some of the highest rainfalls in the Caribbean, about 900 cm a year.

The air is often misty and cool - a change from the heat of lower-lying areas.