Sadhguru, 67, on how he successfully completed 2-week bike ride to Mount Kailash after two brain surgeries last year

At 67, spiritual leader Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev has completed a physically demanding two-week motorcycle journey to Mount Kailash, nearly a year and a half after undergoing two emergency brain surgeries in 2024. His return to the Isha Yoga Centre in Tamil Nadu’s Coimbatore was met with a grand welcome, highlighting not just the journey itself but the extraordinary resilience behind it.

Overcoming Medical Challenges
As per IANS, speaking to journalists at Coimbatore Airport, Sadhguru shared how he approached the journey despite medical warnings. Doctors had advised against physically strenuous activities following his surgeries, yet he rode to altitudes of 18,000 feet above sea level. He explained that yoga played a crucial role in preparing him mentally and physically. According to Sadhguru, connecting deeply with the source of creation through yoga made the journey “effortless” despite his age and recent health setbacks.

“I went to Kailash on a motorcycle to demonstrate the power of yoga. What doctors said was impossible, I have achieved through focus and spiritual alignment,” he told reporters, emphasizing that discipline and inner clarity were central to overcoming physical limitations (Indian Express, August 2025).


Sadhguru shared a video on Instagram documenting his ride and reflecting on the journey’s deeper meaning. In the post, he highlighted that he, along with two others, might be the first group from India to reach Mount Kailash on motorcycles. He emphasized that his achievement should not be seen as arrogance despite his medical history, stating that yoga provides clarity and connection rather than ego. He described the journey as rooted in spiritual experience, saying that the fruits of such dedication are beyond imagination.


The Journey
Sadhguru’s yatra began on August 9 from Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh. He traversed Nepal, including Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, and Thulikhel, before reaching the Nepal-Tibet border. The route continued through Zhangmu, Nyalam, and Saga in Tibet, leading to Manasarovar Lake. From there, he undertook a trek to have darshan of Mount Kailash. In an Instagram post, Sadhguru highlighted that this might be the first time someone with a history of serious head injuries completed the Kailash pilgrimage on a motorcycle, framing the journey as both historic and spiritually significant.


Doctor's Caution
However, Medical experts stress caution in resuming strenuous activity after brain surgery. According to The Indian Express, Dr. Jagadish Hiremath says patients should rebuild strength gradually, focusing on gentle exercises, hydration, nutrition, and regular follow-ups. Strenuous activities like high-altitude biking carry risks such as dizziness, imbalance, and potential head injuries. Sadhguru’s journey, while extraordinary, should be viewed as a demonstration of personal discipline rather than a standard recovery path.