Body Language Fidgeting with hands and feet is distracting and considered impolite. Holding out a hand, as though to shake hands, and twisting it back and forth means “no.” It is impolite to point at someone. Ecuadorians may point by puckering or pursing their lips.

What are customs in Ecuador?

Customs often include musical celebrations, long processions and walks, and many other engaging displays. Novenas are a common tradition in the Latin Catholic church, in which the community will host walks or services for the nine days before a holy day in pious preparation and prayer.