NNP Malpelo is an ideal location for those interested in fauna. This Sanctuary has been considered a living laboratory. Species such as the hammerhead shark, the devil ray, the masked boobie, the alligator, the land crab and the gecko stand out in the park.

The exuberant beauty of the protected area, as well as its preservation state, make it an ideal location for scientific research. Moreover, as it is in all parks open to ecotourism, there are environmental education activities that take place in Malpelo, carried out by education institutions using the area as a living classroom.

The scenic beauty of the NNP Malpelo make it the perfect location for this activity. It is noteworthy that if the pictures or videos have commercial purposes, a previous permit from National Parks is necessary.

A preferred ecotouristic activity in the protected area, advanced diving implies strong currents, waves, and profound depths which require stern safety measures. This activity is permitted at La Gringa, Escuba, Los Reyes, Los Gemelos, Sahara, Vagamares, El Arrecife, La Nevera, Monster Face, El Mirador, El Freezer, Acuarium, Pared del Naufragio, Bajo del Ancla and Bajo del Monstruo.