This is undoubtedly one of the most spectacular surviving wilderness areas not just in Zambia but Africa and reference has been made to it as one of the greatest wildlife sanctuaries in the world today. The park is not open to the public and has no permanent lodges. Access to the park is only through one of the few safari operators who have authority to conduct walking safaris in the park. Another way to get access is by application for special permission to enter the park at the Department of National Parks Services in Chilonga or Mpika. However, this is discouraged as the remoteness of the area can mean serious danger for the self-explorer in case something goes wrong.

The park is known for its huge herds of buffalo and large prides of lion. It is therefore not unusual to witness a kill. Two main rivers, Lufila and Mwaleshi, run through and along the park. The latter flows down in a series of rapids and waterfalls before reaching the valley by means of the delightful Chomba Valley.