See the City by the Bay the Eco-Friendly Way by Segway with the San Francisco and Sausalito Electric Tour Company. COUNTER VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT BLOG

The demand for Segway tours in Sausalito and San Francisco has proven so popular, the company is gearing up with a better facility, more Segways, and night tours.  “Last year’s demand was overwhelming. Tours sold out quickly and there was always a waiting list. This year, we’ll be serving a lot more people and we’ll be doing it more efficiently than ever,” says San Francisco Electric Tour Company founder, Brian Huber.  “The night tours allow riders to explore the spectacular nighttime landscape of the city by the bay. The city is gorgeous by day, but is incredible by night.”

Segway - the electric transport mechanism that is guided by the rider’s natural motions for forward and backward maneuvering - was first introduced in 2001. It easily navigates most walkable areas, including paved surfaces, dirt roads, grass, and inclines.

With a new and improved facility and a bigger fleet of Segways, Huber expects to accommodate thousands of tourists and locals alike who are looking for unique ways to get around and see the sights. “Gas prices are more than $3.50 a gallon; people are looking for eco-friendly ways to travel. Segways are zero-emissions vehicles that operate on electricity, so they’re easy on the environment as well as the wallet.” He added that the Segway HT travels from 15 to 24 miles on a 25 cent battery charge, making it an ideal replacement for short-distance sightseeing tours.

The 411 on Segway tours of San Francisco & Sausalito:

• The after-hours tour includes spots in Fisherman’s Wharf, Maritime Pier, and the Marina District generally not accessible by vehicles.
• From April through October, night tours depart Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 7:00 p.m.
• From November through March, night tours leave only on Friday and Saturday at 4:30 p.m.
• Additional evening tours will be added on closed nights for groups of four or more.
• For more information, visit http://www.sfelectrictour.com or call 415-474-3130

- Lesley Scott

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