Timika Nies World TV. Daily Vlog !! At the end of the journey from Timika, as the land road slowly brings us closer to the estuary, the Central Papuan landscape transforms into a vibrant network of water, swamps, boats, and houses that follow the ebb and flow of the tides. Pomako presents itself not as a simple stopover, but as a meeting place: between villagers, fishermen, passengers, merchandise, and the long journey to the Asmat coast.
This is where the port, village, and sea intertwine. People come to travel, deliver goods, pick up family, or simply go about their daily chores. Beneath the hustle and bustle, Pomako holds stories of the resilience of coastal communities, limited infrastructure, and the economic changes in Mimika that are not always felt in the same way by everyone.
The journey to Pomako feels like a gradual shift from the rhythm of the city to the rhythm of the water. The hustle and bustle of Timika gradually recedes, replaced by the road leading to the port area, the more humid air, and the open views of Mimika's coastal waters. The change doesn't happen all at once. It emerges through small details: vehicles carrying goods, people carrying travel supplies, and ships beginning to appear among the expanse of the estuary.
Upon arriving at the port area, attention is immediately drawn to the wooden ships and motorboats. Some carry passengers, others carry goods, while loading and unloading activities proceed with a skill born of habit. Here, water is more than just scenery. It is a path, a workplace, and a determinant of whether a journey will proceed smoothly.
The ebb and flow of the tides also influence daily life. When water inundates certain parts of a settlement or connecting access points, residents must adjust their pace, time, and method of travel. Wooden bridges, docks, and boats form part of a shared infrastructure, with a function far greater than its simple appearance.
Pomako is located in Pomako Village, East Mimika District, Mimika Regency, Central Papua. As a public port, it serves the mobility of passengers and goods. It serves as a space for community activity: ships arrive and depart, cargo is unloaded, fishermen head to the water, and people from coastal villages meet to carry out their respective business.
It's important to define the boundaries precisely. The Pomako public port is not a dedicated port owned by PT Freeport Indonesia. The dedicated port for the company's operations is located in Amamapare, also often called Portsite. Geographical proximity and historical ties to the development of Mimika do not necessarily mean the two ports are the same location.