The following estimated viewing times are based on scheduled Alaska cruise departures from Vancouver and typical Inside Passage transit speeds past Kelsey Bay. Actual passage times may vary due to weather, tides, marine traffic, and itinerary adjustments.
| Date | Estimated Time at Kelsey Bay | Direction | Ship |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, May 30 | 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Northbound | Grand Princess |
| Saturday, May 30 | 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM | Northbound | Nieuw Amsterdam |
| Saturday, May 30 | 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Northbound | Celebrity Summit |
| Sunday, May 31 | 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Northbound | Westerdam |
| Sunday, May 31 | 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM | Northbound | Serenade of the Seas |
| Sunday, May 31 | 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Northbound | Norwegian Jade |
| Monday, June 1 | 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Northbound | Coral Princess |
| Monday, June 1 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Northbound | Disney Wonder |
| Tuesday, June 2 | 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Northbound | Crown Princess |
| Tuesday, June 2 | 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM | Northbound | Noordam |
| Wednesday, June 3 | 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Northbound | Zaandam |
| Wednesday, June 3 | 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM | Northbound | Koningsdam |
| Wednesday, June 3 | Evening Transit | Southbound | Grand Princess |
| Thursday, June 4 | 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Northbound | Disney Magic |
| Thursday, June 4 | Afternoon Transit | Southbound | Serenade of the Seas |
| Friday, June 5 | 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Northbound | Discovery Princess |
| Friday, June 5 | 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM | Northbound | Royal Princess |
| Friday, June 5 | Late Evening | Northbound | Ovation of the Seas |
Best Viewing Notes
- The Kelsey Bay Wharf and shoreline areas near the marina provide some of the best unobstructed viewing angles.
- Early morning northbound sailings typically offer the clearest visibility and calmest water conditions.
- Large vessels are often visible well before passing directly offshore, especially during clear weather.
- Binoculars or a zoom camera lens help identify ships while they transit Johnstone Strait.
