Orge-2 is one of the less familiar names on Gilgit-Baltistan’s official mountaineering list. The Pakistan Online Visa System (NADRA) List of Peaks records it at 7,280 metres, placing it in the seven-thousand-metre class. Beyond its name and height, the public record says very little, and that’s exactly why careful research matters if you’re considering an expedition. Think of this page as a starting point, not the last word.
This page explains what’s verified about Orge-2, how to avoid common research mistakes with lesser-known peaks, and what the permit and safety rules mean in practice.
Orge-2 on the record
- Appears on the NADRA List of Peaks (Gilgit-Baltistan)
- Listed height of 7,280 m, from the snapshot dated 2026-08-26
- 61 listed peaks higher and 42 lower, out of 104 with a published height in our catalog
- No district assigned in the NADRA table
- No verified coordinates in our catalog
- No published routes, grades or ascent history
A name with a number
The “-2” in Orge-2 suggests a numbered entry, like many others on the list. Our catalog doesn’t hold a separate page for another Orge entry, so we can’t say what Orge-2 is numbered against. What matters for you is simple: the permit is issued for the exact name on the current list. Write “Orge-2” exactly as it appears there, and check your operator’s paperwork and route map use the same name.
Height neighbours
The NADRA snapshot lists these peaks within roughly a hundred metres of Orge-2:
| Peak | Listed height | Difference from Orge-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Baltoro Kangri-I | 7,312 m | +32 m |
| K-6 | 7,282 m | +2 m |
| Baltoro Kangri-V | 7,275 m | −5 m |
| Diran/Minapin | 7,273 m | −7 m |
| Baltoro Kangri-III | 7,265 m | −15 m |
| Kaberi Kangri | 7,241 m | −39 m |
| Golden Throne SE (Baltoro Kangri) | 7,240 m and 7,225 m | −40 m and −55 m |
| Hachindar Chish – N | 7,233 m | −47 m |
| Golden Throne NE (Baltoro Kangri) | 7,180 m | −100 m |
K-6 is listed just 2 metres higher. Differences this small are within the range where sources can disagree, so don’t build plans around a few metres either way. What the table does show is how crowded this height band is: several listed peaks sit within a few dozen metres of Orge-2, with K-6 just 2 m above it. With so many close neighbours, writing the exact name on every document matters. Copy it exactly as the official list shows it, and keep that spelling the same on your permit, insurance and operator paperwork.
Researching a little-known peak
Peaks with short public records attract confusion. A few habits will keep your research on solid ground:
- Start with the official list. It confirms the name, the height and that a permit is needed.
- Don’t trust a name alone. Similar names can refer to different peaks, and spellings vary between sources.
- Treat online maps with caution. A pin on a map isn’t a verified location.
- Ask who’s accountable. If a detail matters for safety, get it from your registered operator, in writing.
- Write down your sources. It makes it easier to check details later and to spot contradictions.
Where is Orge-2?
We don’t know from the record. The NADRA table doesn’t assign Orge-2 to a district, and our catalog has no verified coordinates, so we don’t show a map. Gilgit-Baltistan as a whole borders Afghanistan, China and India. Your operator and permit documents should give you an accurate location and approach.
The permit process
Orge-2 falls under the permit framework managed with the Tourism Department and the Directorate of Tourist Services (DTS). The Tourism Department FAQ lists the elements:
- trekking or mountaineering registration
- an online application
- royalty and environment fees
- insurance
- supporting documents, such as tour-operator materials, a route map, passport copies and receipts
Restricted areas need permits, and licensed guides and porters are required where mandated. Fees and forms change, so follow applying for trekking and mountaineering permits and the trekking and mountaineering regulations for the latest steps.
Finding the right operator
For a peak with little public information, the operator’s knowledge is especially important. The official FAQ points to registered operators on NADRA and DTS listings; we don’t recommend any. Use our hiring a tour operator guide, and ask each candidate directly whether they have experience with Orge-2 or its area. An honest “no” is more useful than a confident guess. Porter and mule hire is regulated under Tourism Department and DTS guidelines, so arrange it through your operator.
Timing
The record gives no climbing season for Orge-2. Agree dates with your operator using current weather advisories. Our best time to visit Gilgit-Baltistan guide gives a regional overview. Above 7,000 m, assume extreme cold in any month.
Travel into Gilgit-Baltistan
The Tourism Department FAQ names Gilgit Airport and Skardu International Airport as the region’s airports, and the Karakoram Highway is the main road. The approach to Orge-2 isn’t in the NADRA table, so it’s part of your expedition plan. See getting to Gilgit-Baltistan and Skardu International Airport. Leave extra days for cancelled flights or road closures.
What to bring
The department’s packing guidance covers warm clothes, sturdy shoes, sun protection, insect repellent, first-aid supplies, water and energy bars. For a 7,280 m peak, your operator will add a full technical list. Start with packing for Gilgit-Baltistan. The FAQ advises carrying cash, because the Pakistani Rupee is the local currency and cards aren’t widely accepted.
Safety on a remote seven-thousander
When little is published about a peak, there’s less shared knowledge to fall back on. That makes conservative decisions even more important. Expect the full range of high-mountain hazards: altitude illness, crevasses, avalanches, rockfall and sudden storms. Acclimatise slowly, set turnaround times and stick to them. Use experienced local drivers on the roads. In an emergency within Gilgit-Baltistan, the Tourism Department FAQ says to dial 1422 for the Tourist Police; from outside GB, use 05811-930055.
Self-reliance and contingency
On a little-documented peak, assume you’ll need to solve problems yourselves. Carry a medical kit suited to the remoteness, know how to use it and agree how the team would handle an injury far from help. Make sure your insurance covers mountaineering at your planned altitude and explains evacuation. Leave a detailed itinerary with someone at home, with a date to raise the alarm if they don’t hear from you.
Is your team ready for Orge-2?
Before committing, it’s worth testing the idea against a few blunt questions:
- Has every member climbed at or near 7,000 m, and recently?
- Can the team handle glacier travel and crevasse rescue without outside help?
- Is there a clear leader, and will everyone accept a decision to retreat?
- Do your budgets and calendars allow for a long trip with spare days?
If the honest answer to any of these is no, a better-documented or lower objective may be the smarter first step. Orge-2 will still be on the list when you’re ready.
Weather, waiting and decisions
High-altitude weather rarely follows a plan. Teams can wait days for a safe window, and the pressure to “use” that time can lead to poor choices. Agree in advance what conditions would stop a summit push, and write those rules down. When the decision comes, it’s easier to follow a rule you set calmly at base camp than to make one while exhausted at altitude.
Climbing responsibly
Carry out everything you bring in and follow our camping regulations. Treat porters fairly and make sure they’re properly equipped. Respect the villages on your approach, and follow the photography restrictions in border areas.
Sharing what you learn
If your team climbs or attempts Orge-2, what you record afterwards may help others. Share it carefully: separate what you observed directly from what you were told, and avoid presenting route details as certain unless you’re confident they’re accurate. Good information about little-known peaks is rare, and it’s worth keeping it reliable.
Not covered here
We don’t publish routes, grades, camp sites, ascent history, fees or operator names for Orge-2. None are in the verified record.
Frequently asked questions
How high is Orge-2?
The NADRA snapshot of 2026-08-26 lists it at 7,280 metres.
How does Orge-2 compare with K-6?
K-6 is listed at 7,282 m, just 2 metres higher. That’s too small a difference to matter for planning.
Where does Orge-2 rank on the list?
In our catalog, 61 listed peaks are higher and 42 are lower.
Is there an Orge-1 page?
Our catalog doesn’t include another Orge entry, so we can’t say what Orge-2 is numbered against.
Which district is Orge-2 in?
The NADRA table doesn’t assign it to a district.
Do I need a permit?
Yes. It’s on the official list, so the Tourism Department and DTS permit process applies.
Are routes published?
No. Routes and grades aren’t in the verified record.
What’s the best time to climb?
The record doesn’t give a season. Plan with a licensed operator and current weather advisories.
How do I get to the region?
Fly to Gilgit or Skardu, or travel by road on the Karakoram Highway.
What number do I call for help?
1422 for the Tourist Police within Gilgit-Baltistan, or 05811-930055 from outside GB.
Source
List of Peaks (Gilgit-Baltistan) · Pakistan Online Visa System (NADRA) · Accessed 2026-08-26