Meet The Amazing WAT Team
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Amie Haakenson, General Manager+ Community Volunteer
Amie is a lifelong Alaskan, and loves to share the beauty and adventure of our incredible state. She is a business woman, wife and mom of a beautiful family, Her hospitality skills are second to none! If you are planning a special trip or private tour, Amie is your person!

James Bowers, Owner + Loves Flying and Family
James is the founder of Welcome Anchorage Tours. He taught High School Music in Alaska for 30+ years, Then he moved into hospitality. He loves sharing his passion for Alaska with our guests and exploring with his family as well!

Jennifer Deutch, Guest Services, Tour Coordinator
Jennifer is a born-and-raised Alaskan and professional photographer of 16 years who loves sharing Alaska's beauty with the world. A dedicated community volunteer, her warmth and passion for helping others shine through in every guest interaction!

Elizabeth Dahlen, Tour Guide + Nurse in Training
Elizabeth shares the awe and wonder of the Alaska Landscape with her guests as though she is experiencing it for the first time. She says, every day is different and the beauty of Alaska never disappoints!

Don Cosgrove, Tour Guide + Teacher of Music
Don is the original OG guide. He's been with Welcome Anchorage Tours since the beginning! A lifelong Alaskan, Teacher, and Family Man extraordinaire. Don loves sharing the unique beauty and sights of Alaska with our guests and is always up for a laugh!

Davis Johnson, Lead Tour Guide + Alaskan Gold Lover
Davis has planned trips and travelled extensively throughout the state. He is known to take our guests off the beaten path to special secret places that involve "GOLD" IYKYK!

Stephanie Horton, Tour Guide and Animal Expert
Stephanie is our resident animal expert. She seems to know every animal at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center by name! When she's not guiding guests, Stephanie works as a professional dog trainer. Her knowledge and enthusiasm make every wildlife stop unforgettable!

Christopher, Teacher, Life long Alaska
Born in Fairbanks and currently living in Anchorage, Christopher knows Southcentral through and through. He's a second season veteran Guide with Welcome Anchorage Tours and one of our most requested guides!

Parker Smith- Born and Raised
Parker's been with Welcome Anchorage since our first season. He has years of experience with the Alaska Railroad and Hospitality in general. He always makes our guests feel special!

Mark Razosky
Coming soon..

WAT Alumni Extrodinaire
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Merecedes Sprinter 15 passenger (#2)
Our first van in our fleet. The Mercedes is comfortable, perfectly maintained and detailed every evening ( like all our vehicles)
Located in the heart of Anchorage, Alaska
What does Welcome Anchorage Tours offer?
Our promise is great experience 100% guarantee!
Our reservation calendar allows instant booking up to 24 hours in advance and shows all available dates. Welcome Anchorage Tours offers a best price and great experience guarantee and we only ask for a minimum deposit to book your Alaskan adventure. If you have questions or want to customize a tour please reach out : 907-917-8687 or info@welcomeanchorage.com

