Titou Gorge
Ti Tou Gorge
Swim through a narrow, shadowy lava gorge toward a small waterfall at its end, where dappled light plays on the water. Parts of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest were filmed here.
"Ti Tou" means "little throat" in Kwéyòl. The gorge was formed as volcanic lava cooled and cracked. It is only a few meters wide, with towering walls on either side, and sunlight filters down through the gaps overhead. Visitors enter from a pool near the entrance and swim upstream for about 5 minutes to reach a waterfall at the end. The water is fairly cold, but a small hot spring pool beside the entrance lets you warm up. Life jackets can be rented, and anyone who is not a strong swimmer should wear one. The gorge is in Laudat village, close to the start of the Boiling Lake trail, and an eco-site pass is required. Heavy rain can cause water levels to rise quickly, so the site may close. Follow staff instructions.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–17:00 (weather permitting)
Nearby sights
- Morne Trois Pitons National Park
- Trafalgar Falls
- Wotten Waven Sulphur Springs
- Middleham Falls
- Freshwater Lake & Boeri Lake
- Boiling Lake & Valley of Desolation
- Sari Sari Falls
- Morne Bruce