Passengers have managed to escape the flames of a boat that caught fire off Wellington's south coast this afternoon. 

A police spokesperson confirmed emergency services received reports of the fire just before midday. 

Emergency services were called to the scene just before midday. Photo / Supplied 

All passengers have been accounted for and will be assessed by paramedics. 

Harbourmaster Grant Nalder said four people were on board. 

"They got into their dinghy, and then were assisted by a local fishing boat, and a police launch has brought them onshore."