On a horse or a pony, it generally takes six to six-and-a half-hours to get to the Bhawan. Trekking on the old route takes considerably more time as the route is longer and steeper than the new route.
A person would need to register on the official website (www.maavaishnodevi.org) as a 'New Devotee' and select a Devotee ID and password to obtain a Yatra Parchi (slip) online. Login with the user name and password and click on Yatra Parchi. Enter the personal details.