Unlike other reviewers, I did not go on a tour but 'rented' a segway in the main part of Faro. I was reassured that it was 'impossible' to fall off unless you hit something (LIE). As part of the hiring process I was asked to sign a chit. Being a lawyer I am reluctant to sign things unless I understand what they say and I asked why I was being asked to sign. I was told that it was just to say you'd taken the machine. THIS IS A LIE. I've since had the statement translated and what it actually says is that you, the hirer, accept all civil and CRIMINAL liability for any damages to yourself, any other person and any property caused by you whilst using the segway!
After approximately 1-2 minutes 'tuition' I was told I was fine to go ahead but after about 7 or 8 minutes the machine started juddering for no apparent reason and the next thing I knew I was flying through the air. Luckily I was still on the pedestrian area because I'm sure that if I was alongside a road, I wouldn't be here to write this review. Upon dragging the machine back to the hiring area the only thing the guy was interested in was whether I wanted to continue. My arm was bleeding and I was clearly in pain but no medical assistance was offered despite the fact I was alone and the guy was aware that I had a limited grasp of the language. I am still receiving medical treatment for the injury which I sustained which affects my arm, shoulder and ribs.